Quick answer
California Golden Bears defeated Texas Southern Tigers 35–3 in Week 2, 2025. Final score: Texas Southern Tigers 3, California Golden Bears 35.
Game summary
California Golden Bears dominated Texas Southern Tigers 35–3 in Week 2 of the 2025 season.
- Scoring: 3 touchdowns, 3 field goals across 6 plays.
- Passing leader: Devin Brown (California) — 27.0 pass yds, 1 TD, +2.02 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Kendrick Raphael — 149.0 yds, 1 TD.
- Receiving leader: Jacob De Jesus — 3 rec, 76.0 yds.
- EPA edge: California (-0.057/play) vs Texas Southern (-0.444/play).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Texas Southern Tigers | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
 California Golden Bears | 6 | 0 | 12 | 9 | 35 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
TXSOTexas Southern TigersField goal good from 44 yards
Field goal good from 44 yards
LJ Johnson Jr. rushes 12 yards for a touchdown
Kendrick Raphael rushes 1 yard for a touchdown
Field goal good from 43 yards
Devin Brown pass to Jayden Dixon-Veal for a touchdown (14 yards)
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Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- California
Q1FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 27
- Score
- 0-3
Field goal good from 44 yards
- California
Q1FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 27
- Score
- 0-6
Field goal good from 44 yards
- California
Q3TD LJLJ Johnson Jr.Points+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 0-12
LJ Johnson Jr. rushes 12 yards for a touchdown
- California
Q3TD KRKendrick RaphaelPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 0-18
Kendrick Raphael rushes 1 yard for a touchdown
- California
Q4FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 26
- Score
- 0-21
Field goal good from 43 yards
- California
Q4TD JDJayden Dixon-VealPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 0-27
Devin Brown pass to Jayden Dixon-Veal for a touchdown (14 yards)
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Devin Brown (California) — 27.0 yds · 1 TD · +2.02 EPA/play +4.05 EPA
- Jordon Davis (Texas Southern) — 3.0 yds · -0.03 EPA/play -0.03 EPA
- Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele (California) — 272.0 yds · -0.25 EPA/play -10.94 EPA
Rushing
- Kendrick Raphael (California) — 149.0 yds · 1 TD +0.18 EPA
- Athean Renfro (Texas Southern) — 27.0 yds -0.24 EPA
- Brandon High Jr. (California) — 9.0 yds -1.87 EPA
Receiving
- Jacob De Jesus (California) — 3 rec · 76.0 yds -0.14 EPA
- Kerien Charlo (Texas Southern) — 5 rec · 55.0 yds +0.01 EPA
- Mason Mini (California) — 4 rec · 48.0 yds -0.40 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devin Brown | California | 2 | 100.0% | 27 | 1 | +2.02 | +4.05 |
| Jordon Davis | Texas Southern | 1 | 100.0% | 3 | 0 | -0.03 | -0.03 |
| Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele | California | 43 | 39.5% | 272 | 0 | -0.25 | -10.94 |
| KJ Cooper | Texas Southern | 38 | 31.6% | 138 | 0 | -0.72 | -27.23 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | Texas Southern | California |
|---|---|---|
| Plays | 58 | 85 |
| EPA / play | -0.444 | -0.057 |
| Total EPA | -25.74 | -4.87 |
| Success rate | 25.9% | 48.2% |
| Pass EPA / play | -0.699 | -0.153 |
| Rush EPA / play | +0.080 | +0.051 |
| Yards | 207 | 559 |
Drive chart
Key possessions and results.
| Qtr | Offense | Plays | Yards | EPA | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | California | 3 | 3 | -3.99 | Field goal |
| Q1 | Texas Southern | 6 | 15 | -0.62 | Punt |
| Q1 | California | 7 | 66 | +5.13 | Ended |
| Q1 | Texas Southern | 5 | 16 | -2.16 | Punt |
| Q1 | California | 3 | 4 | -2.69 | Ended |
| Q1 | Texas Southern | 3 | 20 | -0.07 | Ended |
| Q1 | Texas Southern | 1 | 0 | -1.30 | Ended |
| Q1 | California | 1 | 6 | +0.33 | Ended |
| Q1 | California | 3 | -1 | -3.20 | Punt |
| Q1 | Texas Southern | 3 | -3 | -3.61 | Punt |
| Q1 | California | 3 | 3 | -2.90 | Field goal |
| Q1 | Texas Southern | 5 | 15 | -1.05 | Punt |
| Q1 | California | 7 | 36 | -5.39 | Fumble |
| Q1 | Texas Southern | 5 | 16 | -2.21 | Punt |
| Q1 | California | 3 | 4 | -2.33 | Punt |
| Q1 | Texas Southern | 4 | 20 | -2.01 | Punt |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q1 · California Golden Bears · Fumble (-8.11 EPA)
- Q1 · California Golden Bears · T.J. Bollers rushes for 9 yards (4th & 3) (+3.64 EPA)
- Q1 · California Golden Bears · T.J. Bollers rushes for 9 yards (4th & 3) (+3.63 EPA)
- Q2 · Texas Southern Tigers · KJ Cooper pass intercepted (-3.38 EPA)
- Q1 · Texas Southern Tigers · Punt (-3.17 EPA)
- Q4 · California Golden Bears · Devin Brown pass to Jayden Dixon-Veal for a touchdown (14 yards) (+3.15 EPA)
- Q2 · California Golden Bears · Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele to Mason Mini — Pass Incompletion (no gain) (-3.13 EPA)
- Q1 · California Golden Bears · Rush (3rd & 3) (+3.07 EPA)
Key takeaways
- California Golden Bears controlled the final (35–3) in Week 2.
- Passing edge: Devin Brown (California) — 27.0 yds, 1 TD.
- EPA edge: California at -0.057 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 Southern Tigers vs California Golden Bears?
Texas Southern Tigers 3, California Golden Bears 35 in Week 2 of the 2025 college football season.
Who won Texas Southern Tigers vs California Golden Bears?
California Golden Bears won with a final score of 3–35.
Where can I find the Texas Southern Tigers vs California Golden Bears box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401754530.
Who led Texas Southern Tigers vs California Golden Bears in passing?
Devin Brown (California) led passers with 27.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Texas Southern Tigers at California Golden Bears in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Texas Southern Tigers
Entered 0-1 Now 0-2 L
California Golden Bears
Entered 1-1 Now 2-1 W
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