San José State Spartans vs. USC Trojans: 2023 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

USC Trojans defeated San José State Spartans 56–28 in Week 1, 2023. Final score: San José State Spartans 28, USC Trojans 56.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
San José State Spartans	0	12	6	6	28
USC Trojans	6	12	18	12	56

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

• Caleb Williams (USC) — 255.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.68 EPA/play +16.92 EPA
• Miller Moss (USC) — 63.0 yds · +0.01 EPA/play +0.13 EPA
• Chevan Cordeiro (San José State) — 174.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.12 EPA/play -4.66 EPA

Rushing

• MarShawn Lloyd (USC) — 42.0 yds +0.10 EPA
• Kairee Robinson (San José State) — 28.0 yds · 1 TD -0.09 EPA
• Chevan Cordeiro (San José State) — 62.0 yds +0.48 EPA

Receiving

• Nick Nash (San José State) — 5 rec · 87.0 yds +1.86 EPA
• Charles Ross (San José State) — 5 rec · 62.0 yds +1.66 EPA
• Zachariah Branch (USC) — 4 rec · 58.0 yds +1.12 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Caleb Williams	USC	25	68.0%	255	3	+0.68	+16.92
Miller Moss	USC	10	60.0%	63	0	+0.01	+0.13
Chevan Cordeiro	San José State	39	51.3%	174	2	-0.12	-4.66

Team EPA comparison

Stat	San José State	USC
Plays	64	68
EPA / play	+0.084	+0.437
Total EPA	+5.37	+29.72
Success rate	37.5%	51.5%
Pass EPA / play	-0.090	+0.536
Rush EPA / play	+0.374	+0.326
Yards	348	511

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	San José State	7	17	-2.75	Punt
Q1	USC	10	80	+6.48	Pass TD
Q1	San José State	12	76	+5.79	Rush TD
Q2	USC	2	2	-1.55	Punt
Q2	San José State	3	2	-2.99	Punt
Q2	USC	4	92	+7.15	Pass TD
Q2	San José State	3	1	-2.48	Punt
Q2	USC	10	49	+3.52	Rush TD
Q2	San José State	4	22	+0.09	Punt
Q2	USC	3	-5	-0.61	Punt
Q2	San José State	4	46	+5.56	Pass TD
Q2	USC	1	0	-0.76	Ended
Q3	USC	10	75	+5.71	Rush TD
Q3	San José State	6	-1	-3.29	Punt
Q3	USC	5	52	+3.40	Pass TD
Q3	San José State	9	75	+7.29	Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · USC Trojans · Caleb Williams pass to Tahj Washington for a touchdown (76 yards) (+5.87 EPA)
2. Q2 · San José State Spartans · Chevan Cordeiro pass to Nick Nash for a touchdown (28 yards) (+5.68 EPA)
3. Q3 · USC Trojans · Kickoff (+4.96 EPA)
4. Q4 · San José State Spartans · Quali Conley rushes for 57 yards (2nd & 10) (+4.32 EPA)
5. Q3 · San José State Spartans · Chevan Cordeiro sacked for a loss of 22 yards (3rd & 9) (-4.07 EPA)
6. Q3 · USC Trojans · Caleb Williams pass to Mario Williams for 23 yards (4th & 3) (+4.04 EPA)
7. Q3 · San José State Spartans · Chevan Cordeiro pass to Nick Nash for a touchdown (32 yards) (+3.93 EPA)
8. Q1 · San José State Spartans · Chevan Cordeiro rushes for 28 yards (3rd & 22) (+3.48 EPA)

Key takeaways

• USC Trojans controlled the final (56–28) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Caleb Williams (USC) — 255.0 yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: USC at 0.437 EPA/play.
• Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of San José State Spartans vs USC Trojans?

San José State Spartans 28, USC Trojans 56 in Week 1 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won San José State Spartans vs USC Trojans?

USC Trojans won with a final score of 28–56.

Where can I find the San José State Spartans vs USC Trojans box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401523986.

Who led San José State Spartans vs USC Trojans in passing?

Caleb Williams (USC) led passers with 255.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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