Utah Utes vs. USC Trojans: 2023 Week 8 Recap

Quick answer

Utah Utes defeated USC Trojans 34–32 in Week 8, 2023. Final score: Utah Utes 34, USC Trojans 32.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Utah Utes	12	0	12	12	34
USC Trojans	12	0	3	9	32

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Bryson Barnes (Utah) — 238.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.65 EPA/play +14.89 EPA
• Caleb Williams (USC) — 242.0 yds · +0.06 EPA/play +2.22 EPA

Rushing

• Ja'Quinden Jackson (Utah) — 106.0 yds -0.20 EPA
• Bryson Barnes (Utah) — 74.0 yds · 1 TD +0.46 EPA
• MarShawn Lloyd (USC) — 86.0 yds · 1 TD +0.06 EPA

Receiving

• Sione Vaki (Utah) — 5 rec · 164.0 yds +3.11 EPA
• Tahj Washington (USC) — 5 rec · 112.0 yds +1.44 EPA
• Brenden Rice (USC) — 5 rec · 34.0 yds +0.95 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Bryson Barnes	Utah	23	60.9%	238	3	+0.65	+14.89
Caleb Williams	USC	38	63.2%	242	0	+0.06	+2.22

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Utah	USC
Plays	69	58
EPA / play	+0.072	+0.162
Total EPA	+4.95	+9.41
Success rate	47.8%	46.6%
Pass EPA / play	+0.347	+0.058
Rush EPA / play	-0.075	+0.360
Yards	534	401

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Utah	3	75	+6.17	Pass TD
Q1	USC	5	75	+6.59	Rush TD
Q1	Utah	3	6	-2.22	Punt
Q1	USC	8	84	+6.86	Rush TD
Q1	Utah	8	52	+4.42	Rush TD
Q1	USC	3	9	-1.31	Punt
Q2	Utah	6	11	-2.40	Punt
Q2	USC	5	11	-2.24	Punt
Q2	Utah	6	63	-1.40	Ended
Q2	USC	5	39	-0.12	Punt
Q2	Utah	6	52	+0.79	Punt
Q2	USC	7	18	-0.47	Ended
Q3	USC	3	0	-2.98	Punt
Q3	Utah	8	62	+4.87	Pass TD
Q3	USC	3	23	-4.38	Fumble
Q3	Utah	5	55	+3.88	Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Utah Utes · Interception returned for a touchdown (-6.55 EPA)
2. Q3 · USC Trojans · Fumble (-5.67 EPA)
3. Q1 · USC Trojans · Caleb Williams pass to Tahj Washington for 51 yards (2nd & 5) (+4.05 EPA)
4. Q1 · USC Trojans · MarShawn Lloyd rushes 45 yards for a touchdown (+3.99 EPA)
5. Q4 · USC Trojans · Caleb Williams rushes 11 yards for a touchdown (+3.79 EPA)
6. Q1 · Utah Utes · Bryson Barnes pass to Sione Vaki for 9 yards (4th & 3) (+3.62 EPA)
7. Q2 · Utah Utes · Bryson Barnes pass to Sione Vaki for 51 yards (2nd & 6) (+3.55 EPA)
8. Q1 · Utah Utes · Bryson Barnes pass to Sione Vaki for a touchdown (53 yards) (+3.54 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Utah Utes controlled the final (34–32) in Week 8.
• Passing edge: Bryson Barnes (Utah) — 238.0 yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: USC at 0.162 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 Utah Utes vs USC Trojans?

Utah Utes 34, USC Trojans 32 in Week 8 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Utah Utes vs USC Trojans?

Utah Utes won with a final score of 34–32.

Where can I find the Utah Utes vs USC Trojans box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401524037.

Who led Utah Utes vs USC Trojans in passing?

Bryson Barnes (Utah) led passers with 238.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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