Penn State Nittany Lions vs. USC Trojans: 2024 Week 7 Recap

Quick answer

Penn State Nittany Lions defeated USC Trojans 33–30 in Week 7, 2024. Final score: Penn State Nittany Lions 33, USC Trojans 30.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Penn State Nittany Lions	3	3	12	9	33
USC Trojans	6	12	3	6	30

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Drew Allar (Penn State) — 445.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.25 EPA/play +9.98 EPA
• Miller Moss (USC) — 238.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.10 EPA/play +3.33 EPA
• Tyler Warren (Penn State) — 9.0 yds · +0.44 EPA/play +0.44 EPA

Rushing

• Woody Marks (USC) — 111.0 yds -0.11 EPA
• Kaytron Allen (Penn State) — 56.0 yds · 1 TD +0.08 EPA
• Nicholas Singleton (Penn State) — 26.0 yds -0.25 EPA

Receiving

• Tyler Warren (Penn State) — 16 rec · 207.0 yds +0.89 EPA
• Makai Lemon (USC) — 6 rec · 73.0 yds +0.74 EPA
• Kyron Hudson (USC) — 4 rec · 36.0 yds +1.35 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Drew Allar	Penn State	41	68.3%	445	2	+0.25	+9.98
Miller Moss	USC	35	57.1%	238	2	+0.10	+3.33
Tyler Warren	Penn State	1	100.0%	9	0	+0.44	+0.44

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Penn State	USC
Plays	73	58
EPA / play	+0.151	+0.122
Total EPA	+10.60	+6.69
Success rate	49.3%	36.2%
Pass EPA / play	+0.254	+0.101
Rush EPA / play	+0.006	+0.153
Yards	572	431

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	USC	5	15	-2.21	Punt
Q1	Penn State	13	87	+4.03	Field goal
Q1	USC	1	75	+6.05	Rush TD
Q1	Penn State	5	24	-1.03	Punt
Q1	USC	7	89	+6.80	Pass TD
Q2	Penn State	3	46	-6.98	Interception
Q2	USC	3	-2	-3.02	Field goal
Q2	Penn State	4	17	-1.22	Punt
Q2	USC	3	7	-1.34	Punt
Q2	Penn State	9	64	+0.84	Field goal
Q2	USC	6	64	+0.95	Field goal
Q2	Penn State	1	2	-0.50	Ended
Q3	Penn State	5	75	+7.11	Pass TD
Q3	USC	5	42	+0.38	Punt
Q3	Penn State	8	90	+7.86	Rush TD
Q3	USC	6	15	-1.63	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · USC Trojans · Quinten Joyner rushes 75 yards for a touchdown (+6.05 EPA)
2. Q2 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Drew Allar pass intercepted (-5.77 EPA)
3. Q3 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Drew Allar pass intercepted (-5.02 EPA)
4. Q3 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Drew Allar pass to Tyler Warren for a touchdown (32 yards) (+3.49 EPA)
5. Q3 · USC Trojans · Miller Moss pass to Makai Lemon for 30 yards (2nd & 10) (+3.19 EPA)
6. Q4 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Drew Allar pass to Julian Fleming for 16 yards (4th & 10) (+3.19 EPA)
7. Q4 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Drew Allar pass to Julian Fleming for 17 yards (4th & 7) (+3.13 EPA)
8. Q3 · USC Trojans · Miller Moss pass to Ja'Kobi Lane for 10 yards (3rd & 10) (+2.9 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Penn State Nittany Lions controlled the final (33–30) in Week 7.
• Passing edge: Drew Allar (Penn State) — 445.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: Penn State at 0.151 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 Penn State Nittany Lions vs USC Trojans?

Penn State Nittany Lions 33, USC Trojans 30 in Week 7 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won Penn State Nittany Lions vs USC Trojans?

Penn State Nittany Lions won with a final score of 33–30.

Where can I find the Penn State Nittany Lions vs USC Trojans box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401628516.

Who led Penn State Nittany Lions vs USC Trojans in passing?

Drew Allar (Penn State) led passers with 445.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Penn State Nittany Lions at USC Trojans in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.