USC Trojans vs. California Golden Bears: 2023 Week 9 Recap

Quick answer

USC Trojans defeated California Golden Bears 50–49 in Week 9, 2023. Final score: USC Trojans 50, California Golden Bears 49.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
USC Trojans	15	0	12	18	50
California Golden Bears	12	12	6	12	49

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Fernando Mendoza (California) — 270.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.29 EPA/play +10.42 EPA
• Caleb Williams (USC) — 326.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.08 EPA/play +3.61 EPA

Rushing

• Jaydn Ott (California) — 185.0 yds · 3 TD +0.56 EPA
• MarShawn Lloyd (USC) — 117.0 yds · 2 TD +0.32 EPA
• Caleb Williams (USC) — 54.0 yds · 2 TD +0.78 EPA

Receiving

• Jack Endries (California) — 7 rec · 64.0 yds +0.00 EPA
• Jeremiah Hunter (California) — 6 rec · 85.0 yds +0.34 EPA
• Trond Grizzell (California) — 6 rec · 91.0 yds +0.37 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Fernando Mendoza	California	36	63.9%	270	2	+0.29	+10.42
Caleb Williams	USC	43	53.5%	326	2	+0.08	+3.61

Team EPA comparison

Stat	USC	California
Plays	79	79
EPA / play	+0.192	+0.058
Total EPA	+15.14	+4.55
Success rate	43.0%	41.8%
Pass EPA / play	+0.084	+0.289
Rush EPA / play	+0.320	-0.137
Yards	523	559

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	USC	13	69	+1.64	Field goal
Q1	California	1	9	+1.50	Ended
Q1	California	1	2	-6.98	Fumble
Q1	USC	4	45	+2.23	Ended
Q1	California	1	2	-8.33	Fumble
Q1	USC	1	2	+1.72	Rush TD
Q1	California	6	80	+7.26	Rush TD
Q1	USC	6	80	+6.10	Pass TD
Q1	California	3	75	+6.40	Rush TD
Q1	USC	4	28	-0.25	Punt
Q2	California	8	66	+5.17	Rush TD
Q2	USC	3	6	-1.55	Punt
Q2	California	3	35	+3.01	Pass TD
Q2	USC	6	21	-0.55	Punt
Q2	California	11	50	-1.87	Ended
Q2	USC	10	60	+2.43	Missed FG

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · California Golden Bears · Fumble (-8.33 EPA)
2. Q1 · California Golden Bears · Fumble (-6.98 EPA)
3. Q4 · USC Trojans · Fumble (-5.77 EPA)
4. Q1 · California Golden Bears · Jaydn Ott rushes 61 yards for a touchdown (+5.16 EPA)
5. Q4 · California Golden Bears · Fumble (-5.03 EPA)
6. Q4 · California Golden Bears · Fernando Mendoza pass to Jaivian Thomas for a touchdown (13 yards) (+4.92 EPA)
7. Q1 · California Golden Bears · Jaydn Ott rushes 43 yards for a touchdown (+4.1 EPA)
8. Q3 · USC Trojans · Fumble (-4.08 EPA)

Key takeaways

• USC Trojans controlled the final (50–49) in Week 9.
• Passing edge: Fernando Mendoza (California) — 270.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: USC at 0.192 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 California Golden Bears?

USC Trojans 50, California Golden Bears 49 in Week 9 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won USC Trojans vs California Golden Bears?

USC Trojans won with a final score of 50–49.

Where can I find the USC Trojans vs California Golden Bears box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401524041.

Who led USC Trojans vs California Golden Bears in passing?

Fernando Mendoza (California) led passers with 270.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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