Nebraska Cornhuskers vs. USC Trojans: 2024 Week 12 Recap

Quick answer

USC Trojans defeated Nebraska Cornhuskers 28–20 in Week 12, 2024. Final score: Nebraska Cornhuskers 20, USC Trojans 28.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Nebraska Cornhuskers	0	6	6	0	20
USC Trojans	6	6	6	6	28

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Jayden Maiava (USC) — 265.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.36 EPA/play +11.86 EPA
• Dylan Raiola (Nebraska) — 191.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.09 EPA/play +3.58 EPA

Rushing

• Woody Marks (USC) — 141.0 yds +0.11 EPA
• Emmett Johnson (Nebraska) — 55.0 yds +0.30 EPA
• Dante Dowdell (Nebraska) — 52.0 yds +0.23 EPA

Receiving

• Zachariah Branch (USC) — 6 rec · 53.0 yds +0.08 EPA
• Jahmal Banks (Nebraska) — 5 rec · 55.0 yds +0.35 EPA
• Emmett Johnson (Nebraska) — 7 rec · 42.0 yds +0.35 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Jayden Maiava	USC	33	69.7%	265	3	+0.36	+11.86
Dylan Raiola	Nebraska	39	69.2%	191	1	+0.09	+3.58

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Nebraska	USC
Plays	62	63
EPA / play	+0.108	+0.300
Total EPA	+6.69	+18.90
Success rate	41.9%	50.8%
Pass EPA / play	+0.092	+0.359
Rush EPA / play	+0.135	+0.235
Yards	316	468

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	USC	6	12	-2.52	Punt
Q1	Nebraska	6	14	-1.78	Punt
Q1	USC	11	70	+4.82	Pass TD
Q1	Nebraska	5	21	-1.00	Punt
Q1	USC	7	91	+7.90	Pass TD
Q2	Nebraska	9	75	+6.16	Pass TD
Q2	USC	7	44	+0.13	Punt
Q2	Nebraska	4	25	+1.28	Ended
Q2	USC	3	8	-1.21	Punt
Q2	Nebraska	3	1	-0.29	Punt
Q2	USC	2	20	+0.16	Punt
Q2	Nebraska	1	2	0.00	Ended
Q3	Nebraska	10	64	+1.34	Field goal
Q3	USC	5	75	+6.19	Pass TD
Q3	Nebraska	4	23	-0.85	Punt
Q3	USC	2	1	-5.18	Fumble

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · USC Trojans · Blocked Field Goal (27 yards) (-7.52 EPA)
2. Q3 · USC Trojans · Fumble (-6.2 EPA)
3. Q3 · USC Trojans · Jayden Maiava pass to Duce Robinson for a touchdown (48 yards) (+4.54 EPA)
4. Q3 · USC Trojans · Jayden Maiava pass to Kyron Hudson for 21 yards (3rd & 6) (+3.42 EPA)
5. Q1 · USC Trojans · Jayden Maiava pass to Kyle Ford for 18 yards (3rd & 7) (+3.33 EPA)
6. Q4 · USC Trojans · Blocked Field Goal (27 yards) (-3.31 EPA)
7. Q4 · USC Trojans · Woody Marks rushes for 34 yards (4th & 1) (+3.29 EPA)
8. Q2 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Dylan Raiola pass to Emmett Johnson for a touchdown (29 yards) (+3.1 EPA)

Key takeaways

• USC Trojans controlled the final (28–20) in Week 12.
• Passing edge: Jayden Maiava (USC) — 265.0 yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: USC at 0.3 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 Nebraska Cornhuskers vs USC Trojans?

Nebraska Cornhuskers 20, USC Trojans 28 in Week 12 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won Nebraska Cornhuskers vs USC Trojans?

USC Trojans won with a final score of 20–28.

Where can I find the Nebraska Cornhuskers vs USC Trojans box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401628549.

Who led Nebraska Cornhuskers vs USC Trojans in passing?

Jayden Maiava (USC) led passers with 265.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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