Texas A&M Aggies vs. USC Trojans: 2024 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Texas A&M Aggies defeated USC Trojans 35–31 in Week 1, 2024. Final score: Texas A&M Aggies 35, USC Trojans 31.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Texas A&M Aggies	6	0	15	6	35
USC Trojans	0	6	6	18	31

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Marcel Reed (Texas A&M) — 299.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.18 EPA/play +7.63 EPA
• Jayden Maiava (USC) — 297.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.10 EPA/play +4.16 EPA

Rushing

• Bryan Jackson (USC) — 66.0 yds · 1 TD +0.34 EPA
• Rueben Owens (Texas A&M) — 56.0 yds -0.17 EPA
• A'Marion Peterson (USC) — 43.0 yds -0.17 EPA

Receiving

• Kyle Ford (USC) — 6 rec · 59.0 yds +0.85 EPA
• Ja'Kobi Lane (USC) — 7 rec · 127.0 yds +2.65 EPA
• Makai Lemon (USC) — 6 rec · 99.0 yds +0.53 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Marcel Reed	Texas A&M	43	60.5%	299	3	+0.18	+7.63
Jayden Maiava	USC	40	55.0%	297	4	+0.10	+4.16

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Texas A&M	USC
Plays	72	70
EPA / play	+0.172	+0.114
Total EPA	+12.41	+8.01
Success rate	62.5%	48.6%
Pass EPA / play	+0.178	+0.104
Rush EPA / play	+0.165	+0.128
Yards	471	415

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	USC	3	6	-2.71	Punt
Q1	Texas A&M	16	78	+9.17	Pass TD
Q1	USC	5	6	-3.70	Punt
Q1	Texas A&M	5	17	-6.62	Interception
Q1	USC	3	4	-2.96	Punt
Q1	Texas A&M	7	93	-1.03	Interception
Q2	USC	8	69	+6.27	Pass TD
Q2	Texas A&M	3	9	-1.93	Punt
Q2	USC	5	46	-4.40	Interception
Q2	Texas A&M	3	1	-2.40	Punt
Q2	USC	8	15	-2.51	Missed FG
Q2	Texas A&M	9	81	+9.90	Pass TD
Q3	USC	3	2	-2.82	Punt
Q3	Texas A&M	7	54	-0.67	Field goal
Q3	USC	3	6	-3.69	Interception
Q3	Texas A&M	3	9	+5.96	Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Texas A&M Aggies · Marcel Reed pass to Jabre Barber for a touchdown (5 yards) (+8.46 EPA)
2. Q1 · Texas A&M Aggies · Marcel Reed pass to Noah Thomas for a touchdown (7 yards) (+7.69 EPA)
3. Q4 · USC Trojans · Jayden Maiava pass to Ja'Kobi Lane for a touchdown (15 yards) (+7.48 EPA)
4. Q4 · USC Trojans · Jayden Maiava pass intercepted (-7.19 EPA)
5. Q3 · Texas A&M Aggies · Marcel Reed pass to Noah Thomas for a touchdown (5 yards) (+7.02 EPA)
6. Q1 · Texas A&M Aggies · Marcel Reed pass intercepted (-6.56 EPA)
7. Q4 · Texas A&M Aggies · Marcel Reed rushes 19 yards for a touchdown (+6.38 EPA)
8. Q4 · USC Trojans · Bryan Jackson rushes 1 yard for a touchdown (+6.38 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Texas A&M Aggies controlled the final (35–31) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Marcel Reed (Texas A&M) — 299.0 yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: Texas A&M at 0.172 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 Texas A&M Aggies vs USC Trojans?

Texas A&M Aggies 35, USC Trojans 31 in Week 1 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won Texas A&M Aggies vs USC Trojans?

Texas A&M Aggies won with a final score of 35–31.

Where can I find the Texas A&M Aggies vs USC Trojans box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401677093.

Who led Texas A&M Aggies vs USC Trojans in passing?

Marcel Reed (Texas A&M) led passers with 299.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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