Iowa Hawkeyes vs. USC Trojans: 2025 Week 12 Recap

Quick answer

USC Trojans defeated Iowa Hawkeyes 26–21 in Week 12, 2025. Final score: Iowa Hawkeyes 21, USC Trojans 26.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Iowa Hawkeyes	6	12	0	0	21
USC Trojans	0	9	9	6	26

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• No Huddle-Shotgun #14 J.Maiava (USC) — 179.0 yds · +0.12 EPA/play +3.34 EPA
• 07:56) Shotgun #11 M.Gronowski (Iowa) — 32.0 yds · +2.95 EPA/play +2.95 EPA
• 14:19) Shotgun #11 M.Gronowski (Iowa) — 44.0 yds · +2.31 EPA/play +2.30 EPA

Rushing

• G. Roy (USC) — 0.0 yds -0.60 EPA

Receiving

• #6 M.Lemon caught at 20 (USC) — 2 rec · 54.0 yds +1.51 EPA
• #6 M.Lemon caught at 45 (USC) — 2 rec · 16.0 yds -0.08 EPA
• #81 D.Vonnahme caught at 26 (Iowa) — 2 rec · 13.0 yds -0.48 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
No Huddle-Shotgun #14 J.Maiava	USC	28	64.3%	179	0	+0.12	+3.34
07:56) Shotgun #11 M.Gronowski	Iowa	1	100.0%	32	0	+2.95	+2.95
14:19) Shotgun #11 M.Gronowski	Iowa	1	100.0%	44	0	+2.31	+2.30
10:35) Shotgun #11 M.Gronowski	Iowa	1	100.0%	14	0	+1.63	+1.63
Shotgun #14 J.Maiava	USC	5	80.0%	50	0	+0.31	+1.54
15:00) Shotgun #11 M.Gronowski	Iowa	1	100.0%	14	0	+0.75	+0.75

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Iowa	USC
Plays	54	63
EPA / play	-0.040	+0.085
Total EPA	-2.17	+5.35
Success rate	46.3%	42.9%
Pass EPA / play	-0.122	+0.210
Rush EPA / play	+0.012	-0.062
Yards	324	352

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Iowa	7	69	+2.96	Pass TD
Q1	USC	3	2	-3.17	Punt
Q1	Iowa	3	3	-2.67	Punt
Q1	USC	8	32	-3.62	Ended
Q1	Iowa	9	30	+1.94	Rush TD
Q2	USC	11	65	+5.26	Rush TD
Q2	Iowa	9	80	+6.15	Pass TD
Q2	USC	7	57	+1.63	Field goal
Q2	Iowa	3	30	-0.39	Ended
Q3	USC	8	80	+3.51	Field goal
Q3	Iowa	5	25	-0.94	Punt
Q3	USC	8	74	+6.38	Pass TD
Q3	Iowa	4	23	-5.50	Interception
Q3	USC	6	25	+2.74	Rush TD
Q4	Iowa	3	3	-2.24	Punt
Q4	USC	5	4	-4.32	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Iowa Hawkeyes · 02:00) Shotgun #11 M.Gronowski pass intercepted (-5.37 EPA)
2. Q3 · USC Trojans · No Huddle-Shotgun #14 J.Maiava pass to #6 M.Lemon caught at 46 for 35 yards (2nd & 9) (+3.88 EPA)
3. Q1 · Iowa Hawkeyes · #7 D.Howard caught at 00 catch for a touchdown (2 yards) (+3.86 EPA)
4. Q1 · USC Trojans · Rush (4th & 1) (-3.69 EPA)
5. Q2 · Iowa Hawkeyes · 07:56) Shotgun #11 M.Gronowski pass to #81 D.Vonnahme caught at 34 for 32 yards (3rd & 5) (+2.95 EPA)
6. Q4 · USC Trojans · Penalty (3rd & 8) (+2.66 EPA)
7. Q2 · USC Trojans · Penalty (3rd & 7) (+2.55 EPA)
8. Q1 · Iowa Hawkeyes · Rush (3rd & 5) (+2.37 EPA)

Key takeaways

• USC Trojans controlled the final (26–21) in Week 12.
• Passing edge: No Huddle-Shotgun #14 J.Maiava (USC) — 179.0 yds.
• EPA edge: USC at 0.085 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 Iowa Hawkeyes vs USC Trojans?

Iowa Hawkeyes 21, USC Trojans 26 in Week 12 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won Iowa Hawkeyes vs USC Trojans?

USC Trojans won with a final score of 21–26.

Where can I find the Iowa Hawkeyes vs USC Trojans box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401752907.

Who led Iowa Hawkeyes vs USC Trojans in passing?

No Huddle-Shotgun #14 J.Maiava (USC) led passers with 179.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

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