USC Trojans vs. Colorado Buffaloes: 2023 Week 5 Recap

Quick answer

USC Trojans defeated Colorado Buffaloes 48–41 in Week 5, 2023. Final score: USC Trojans 48, Colorado Buffaloes 41.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
USC Trojans	12	18	12	0	48
Colorado Buffaloes	0	12	12	12	41

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Caleb Williams (USC) — 390.0 yds · 6 TD · +0.43 EPA/play +17.96 EPA
• Shedeur Sanders (Colorado) — 320.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.09 EPA/play +4.27 EPA

Rushing

• Anthony Hankerson (Colorado) — 70.0 yds · 1 TD +0.04 EPA
• MarShawn Lloyd (USC) — 84.0 yds · 1 TD -0.01 EPA
• Dylan Edwards (Colorado) — 44.0 yds +0.03 EPA

Receiving

• Tahj Washington (USC) — 8 rec · 117.0 yds +0.85 EPA
• Xavier Weaver (Colorado) — 7 rec · 29.0 yds +0.09 EPA
• Omarion Miller (Colorado) — 6 rec · 187.0 yds +3.07 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Caleb Williams	USC	42	71.4%	390	6	+0.43	+17.96
Shedeur Sanders	Colorado	46	60.9%	320	2	+0.09	+4.27

Team EPA comparison

Stat	USC	Colorado
Plays	65	89
EPA / play	+0.222	+0.232
Total EPA	+14.43	+20.63
Success rate	46.2%	46.1%
Pass EPA / play	+0.428	+0.289
Rush EPA / play	-0.154	+0.164
Yards	505	559

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	USC	6	75	+6.17	Rush TD
Q1	Colorado	3	0	-3.21	Punt
Q1	USC	4	14	-2.44	Punt
Q1	Colorado	15	67	+0.26	Missed FG
Q1	USC	3	77	+5.57	Pass TD
Q1	Colorado	3	5	-5.19	Interception
Q1	USC	4	22	+2.10	Pass TD
Q2	Colorado	7	73	+6.11	Pass TD
Q2	USC	6	37	-0.69	Punt
Q2	Colorado	3	7	-1.59	Ended
Q2	USC	2	23	+2.45	Pass TD
Q2	Colorado	6	9	-1.76	Punt
Q2	USC	7	73	+5.19	Pass TD
Q2	Colorado	9	83	+7.41	Rush TD
Q2	USC	1	12	0.00	Ended
Q3	Colorado	4	5	-2.90	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · USC Trojans · Caleb Williams pass to Tahj Washington for a touchdown (71 yards) (+6.29 EPA)
2. Q4 · Colorado Buffaloes · O. Miller catch for a touchdown (9 yards) (+5.39 EPA)
3. Q3 · Colorado Buffaloes · Shedeur Sanders pass to Omarion Miller for 65 yards (1st & 10) (+5.21 EPA)
4. Q2 · Colorado Buffaloes · Shedeur Sanders rushes 25 yards for a touchdown (+4.66 EPA)
5. Q3 · Colorado Buffaloes · Shedeur Sanders pass to Omarion Miller for 44 yards (2nd & 10) (+4.37 EPA)
6. Q4 · Colorado Buffaloes · J. Horn Jr. catch for a touchdown (16 yards) (+4.22 EPA)
7. Q1 · Colorado Buffaloes · Shedeur Sanders pass intercepted (-4.18 EPA)
8. Q3 · USC Trojans · Caleb Williams pass intercepted (-3.56 EPA)

Key takeaways

• USC Trojans controlled the final (48–41) in Week 5.
• Passing edge: Caleb Williams (USC) — 390.0 yds, 6 TD.
• EPA edge: Colorado at 0.232 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 USC Trojans vs Colorado Buffaloes?

USC Trojans 48, Colorado Buffaloes 41 in Week 5 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won USC Trojans vs Colorado Buffaloes?

USC Trojans won with a final score of 48–41.

Where can I find the USC Trojans vs Colorado Buffaloes box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401524023.

Who led USC Trojans vs Colorado Buffaloes in passing?

Caleb Williams (USC) led passers with 390.0 yards and 6 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for USC Trojans at Colorado Buffaloes in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.