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South Carolina Gamecocks vs. Texas A&M Aggies: 2023 Week 9 Recap

Aggies defeat Gamecocks 30–17 in Week 9

Max Johnson paced the box score as Aggies closed out a 17–30 Week 9 finish.

South Carolina Gamecocks 17 2-6
Final 17–30
Texas A&M Aggies 30 5-4 Winner
Winner
Texas A&M Aggies
Final score
17–30
Halftime
South Carolina Gamecocks 6–18 Texas A&M Aggies
Top passer
Max Johnson
FantasyHQ MVP
Max Johnson

Top CFB performers · Gamecocks

  • Spencer Rattler 133.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.23 EPA/play -8.7 EPA
  • Mario Anderson 72.0 yds -0.6 EPA
  • Spencer Rattler 1.0 yds -5.3 EPA

Top CFB performers · Aggies

  • Max Johnson 256.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.07 EPA/play +2.3 EPA
  • Rueben Owens 40.0 yds · 1 TD -6.8 EPA
  • Amari Daniels 68.0 yds · 1 TD +0.7 EPA

Quick answer

Texas A&M Aggies defeated South Carolina Gamecocks 30–17 in Week 9, 2023. Final score: South Carolina Gamecocks 17, Texas A&M Aggies 30.

Game summary

Texas A&M Aggies beat South Carolina Gamecocks 30–17 in Week 9 of the 2023 season.

  • Scoring: 5 touchdowns, 4 field goals across 9 plays.
  • Passing leader: Max Johnson (Texas A&M) — 256.0 pass yds, 1 TD, +0.07 EPA/play.
  • Rushing leader: Rueben Owens — 40.0 yds, 1 TD.
  • Receiving leader: Evan Stewart — 6 rec, 80.0 yds.
  • EPA edge: Texas A&M (-0.010/play) vs South Carolina (-0.240/play).

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

TeamQ1Q2Q3Q4Final
South Carolina Gamecocks603617
Texas A&M Aggies0183630

Scoring Map

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

SCSouth Carolina Gamecocks
TA&MTexas A&M Aggies

FantasyHQ CFB Analytics

Scoring timeline

9 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

  1. South Carolina
    Q1TD
    DJDakereon Joyner

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-0

    Dakereon Joyner rushes 1 yard for a touchdown

  2. Texas A&M
    Q2TD
    RORueben Owens

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-6

    Rueben Owens rushes 14 yards for a touchdown

  3. Texas A&M
    Q2TD
    ADAmari Daniels

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-12

    Amari Daniels rushes 1 yard for a touchdown

  4. Texas A&M
    Q2TD
    ASAinias Smith

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-18

    Max Johnson pass to Ainias Smith for a touchdown (42 yards)

  5. South Carolina
    Q3FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 32
    Score
    9-18

    Field goal good from 49 yards

  6. Texas A&M
    Q3FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 9
    Score
    9-21

    Field goal good from 26 yards

  7. South Carolina
    Q4TD
    JSJoshua Simon

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    15-21

    Spencer Rattler pass to Joshua Simon for a touchdown (2 yards)

  8. Texas A&M
    Q4FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 7
    Score
    15-24

    Field goal good from 24 yards

  9. Texas A&M
    Q4FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 35
    Score
    15-27

    Field goal good from 52 yards

Stars of the game

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

Passing

  • Max Johnson (Texas A&M) — 256.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.07 EPA/play +2.30 EPA
  • Spencer Rattler (South Carolina) — 133.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.23 EPA/play -8.69 EPA

Rushing

  • Rueben Owens (Texas A&M) — 40.0 yds · 1 TD -0.38 EPA
  • Mario Anderson (South Carolina) — 72.0 yds -0.04 EPA
  • Amari Daniels (Texas A&M) — 68.0 yds · 1 TD +0.05 EPA

Receiving

  • Evan Stewart (Texas A&M) — 6 rec · 80.0 yds -0.09 EPA
  • Nyck Harbor (South Carolina) — 6 rec · 59.0 yds +0.46 EPA
  • Ainias Smith (Texas A&M) — 6 rec · 118.0 yds +1.10 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

PlayerTeamAttCmp%YdsTDEPA/playTotal EPA
Max JohnsonTexas A&M3360.6%2561+0.07+2.30
Spencer RattlerSouth Carolina3751.4%1331-0.23-8.69

Team EPA comparison

StatSouth CarolinaTexas A&M
Plays6170
EPA / play-0.240-0.010
Total EPA-14.66-0.73
Success rate29.5%32.9%
Pass EPA / play-0.235+0.070
Rush EPA / play-0.249-0.082
Yards209379

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

QtrOffensePlaysYardsEPAResult
Q1Texas A&M33-2.63Punt
Q1South Carolina35-3.00Punt
Q1Texas A&M814-2.52Punt
Q1South Carolina1365+5.08Rush TD
Q1Texas A&M716-1.77Punt
Q2South Carolina3-8-3.56Punt
Q2Texas A&M655+4.55Rush TD
Q2South Carolina3-11-3.25Punt
Q2Texas A&M1052+4.06Rush TD
Q2South Carolina4-4-0.97Punt
Q2Texas A&M142+5.05Pass TD
Q2South Carolina32-0.61Ended
Q3South Carolina943+0.16Field goal
Q3Texas A&M32-3.09Punt
Q3South Carolina32-3.46Punt
Q3Texas A&M1270+0.91Field goal

Biggest EPA swings

  1. Q2 · Texas A&M Aggies · Max Johnson pass to Ainias Smith for a touchdown (42 yards) (+5.05 EPA)
  2. Q4 · South Carolina Gamecocks · Fumble (-3.75 EPA)
  3. Q2 · Texas A&M Aggies · Rueben Owens rushes 14 yards for a touchdown (+3.49 EPA)
  4. Q3 · South Carolina Gamecocks · Spencer Rattler pass to Nyck Harbor for 23 yards (3rd & 9) (+3.48 EPA)
  5. Q3 · South Carolina Gamecocks · Field goal good from 49 yards (+2.98 EPA)
  6. Q2 · Texas A&M Aggies · Max Johnson pass to Evan Stewart for 30 yards (3rd & 5) (+2.89 EPA)
  7. Q2 · Texas A&M Aggies · Max Johnson pass to Ainias Smith for 26 yards (3rd & 5) (+2.84 EPA)
  8. Q4 · Texas A&M Aggies · Max Johnson pass to Ainias Smith for 33 yards (3rd & 12) (+2.84 EPA)

Key takeaways

  • Texas A&M Aggies controlled the final (30–17) in Week 9.
  • Passing edge: Max Johnson (Texas A&M) — 256.0 yds, 1 TD.
  • EPA edge: Texas A&M at -0.01 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 South Carolina Gamecocks vs Texas A&M Aggies?

South Carolina Gamecocks 17, Texas A&M Aggies 30 in Week 9 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won South Carolina Gamecocks vs Texas A&M Aggies?

Texas A&M Aggies won with a final score of 17–30.

Where can I find the South Carolina Gamecocks vs Texas A&M Aggies box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401520359.

Who led South Carolina Gamecocks vs Texas A&M Aggies in passing?

Max Johnson (Texas A&M) led passers with 256.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for South Carolina Gamecocks at Texas A&M Aggies in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Season records after this game

South Carolina Gamecocks

Entered 2-5 Now 2-6 L

Texas A&M Aggies

Entered 4-4 Now 5-4 W