Washington State Cougars 39–42 California Golden Bears: Final Score & Recap | Week 11, 2023

Quick answer

California Golden Bears defeated Washington State Cougars 42–39 in Week 11, 2023. Final score: Washington State Cougars 39, California Golden Bears 42.

Game summary

California Golden Bears edged Washington State Cougars 42–39 in Week 11 of the 2023 season.

Scoring: 11 touchdowns, 1 field goal across 12 plays.
Passing leader: Fernando Mendoza (California) — 135.0 pass yds, 2 TD, +0.17 EPA/play.
Rushing leader: Jaydn Ott — 173.0 yds, 1 TD.
Receiving leader: Lincoln Victor — 8 rec, 84.0 yds.
EPA edge: Washington State (+0.123/play) vs California (+0.040/play).

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Washington State Cougars	12	12	3	18	39
California Golden Bears	6	12	0	6	42

Scoring Map

Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.

WSUWashington State Cougars

+3OPP 11

CALCalifornia Golden Bears

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Scoring timeline

12 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

Washington State
Q1TD
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
6-0
Fumble returned for a touchdown
California
Q1TD
JEJack Endries
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
6-6
Fernando Mendoza pass to Jack Endries for a touchdown (6 yards)
Washington State
Q1TD
CWCameron Ward
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
12-6
Cameron Ward rushes 3 yards for a touchdown
California
Q2TD
BDBrian Driscoll
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
12-12
Brian Driscoll rushes no gain for a touchdown
Washington State
Q2TD
CMCooper Mathers
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
18-12
Cameron Ward pass to Cooper Mathers for a touchdown (13 yards)
California
Q2TD
JOJaydn Ott
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
18-18
Fernando Mendoza pass to Jaydn Ott for a touchdown (13 yards)
Washington State
Q2TD
JMJohn Mateer
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
24-18
John Mateer rushes 5 yards for a touchdown
Washington State
Q3FG
Points+3
Yard line
OPP 11
Score
27-18
Field goal good from 28 yards
California
Q4TD
JOJaydn Ott
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
27-24
Jaydn Ott rushes 5 yards for a touchdown
Washington State
Q4TD
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
33-24
Fumble returned for a touchdown
Washington State
Q4TD
JKJosh Kelly
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
39-24
Cameron Ward pass to Josh Kelly for a touchdown (21 yards)
Washington State
Q4TD
DSDjouvensky Schlenbaker
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
45-24
Cameron Ward pass to Djouvensky Schlenbaker for a touchdown (5 yards)

Stars of the game

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

Passing

Fernando Mendoza (California) — 135.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.17 EPA/play +3.73 EPA
Cameron Ward (Washington State) — 316.0 yds · 3 TD · -0.01 EPA/play -0.88 EPA

Rushing

Jaydn Ott (California) — 173.0 yds · 1 TD -0.26 EPA
Leo Pulalasi (Washington State) — 63.0 yds +0.46 EPA
Djouvensky Schlenbaker (Washington State) — 42.0 yds +0.04 EPA

Receiving

Lincoln Victor (Washington State) — 8 rec · 84.0 yds +0.08 EPA
Josh Kelly (Washington State) — 9 rec · 130.0 yds +0.86 EPA
Kyle Williams (Washington State) — 5 rec · 59.0 yds +0.36 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Fernando Mendoza	California	22	59.1%	135	2	+0.17	+3.73
Cameron Ward	Washington State	66	53.0%	316	3	-0.01	-0.88

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Washington State	California
Plays	95	56
EPA / play	+0.123	+0.040
Total EPA	+11.70	+2.26
Success rate	47.4%	37.5%
Pass EPA / play	-0.013	+0.169
Rush EPA / play	+0.434	-0.043
Yards	476	349

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Washington State	9	31	-2.98	Punt
Q1	California	12	74	+6.41	Pass TD
Q1	Washington State	14	80	+8.04	Rush TD
Q1	California	8	63	+3.57	Rush TD
Q2	Washington State	10	54	-0.30	Pass TD
Q2	California	5	26	-0.78	Punt
Q2	Washington State	3	-1	-4.60	Fumble
Q2	California	4	23	+3.17	Pass TD
Q2	Washington State	11	70	+6.37	Rush TD
Q2	California	1	-1	0.00	Ended
Q3	California	2	2	-4.33	Fumble
Q3	Washington State	3	8	-2.18	Field goal
Q3	California	4	17	-1.27	Punt
Q3	Washington State	6	15	-2.67	Punt
Q3	California	7	42	+2.63	Punt
Q3	Washington State	10	44	-0.80	Missed FG

Biggest EPA swings

Q4 · Washington State Cougars · Fumble returned for a touchdown (-8.68 EPA)
Q1 · Washington State Cougars · Fumble returned for a touchdown (-7.74 EPA)
Q2 · Washington State Cougars · Fumble (-5.59 EPA)
Q2 · California Golden Bears · Fernando Mendoza pass to Jaydn Ott for a touchdown (13 yards) (+5.22 EPA)
Q4 · California Golden Bears · Fumble (-4.84 EPA)
Q4 · California Golden Bears · Fumble (-4.84 EPA)
Q3 · California Golden Bears · Fumble (-4.06 EPA)
Q1 · California Golden Bears · Fernando Mendoza rushes for 25 yards (3rd & 10) (+3.67 EPA)

Key takeaways

California Golden Bears controlled the final (42–39) in Week 11.
Passing edge: Fernando Mendoza (California) — 135.0 yds, 2 TD.
EPA edge: Washington State at 0.123 EPA/play.
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Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Washington State Cougars vs California Golden Bears?

Washington State Cougars 39, California Golden Bears 42 in Week 11 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Washington State Cougars vs California Golden Bears?

California Golden Bears won with a final score of 39–42.

Where can I find the Washington State Cougars vs California Golden Bears box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401524051.

Who led Washington State Cougars vs California Golden Bears in passing?

Fernando Mendoza (California) led passers with 135.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Washington State Cougars at California Golden Bears in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.