USC Trojans vs. Purdue Boilermakers: 2025 Week 3 Recap

Quick answer

USC Trojans defeated Purdue Boilermakers 33–17 in Week 3, 2025. Final score: USC Trojans 33, Purdue Boilermakers 17.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
USC Trojans	3	12	6	3	33
Purdue Boilermakers	0	3	12	6	17

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Jayden Maiava (USC) — 270.0 yds · +0.81 EPA/play +22.75 EPA
• Ryan Browne (Purdue) — 301.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.07 EPA/play +2.82 EPA

Rushing

• Waymond Jordan (USC) — 92.0 yds · 1 TD -0.17 EPA
• Devin Mockobee (Purdue) — 45.0 yds +0.07 EPA
• Eli Sanders (USC) — 66.0 yds -0.14 EPA

Receiving

• Michael Jackson III (Purdue) — 7 rec · 70.0 yds +0.47 EPA
• Makai Lemon (USC) — 5 rec · 63.0 yds +0.36 EPA
• EJ Horton Jr. (Purdue) — 5 rec · 70.0 yds +0.49 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Jayden Maiava	USC	28	60.7%	270	0	+0.81	+22.75
Ryan Browne	Purdue	43	55.8%	301	1	+0.07	+2.82

Team EPA comparison

Stat	USC	Purdue
Plays	66	66
EPA / play	+0.311	-0.104
Total EPA	+20.53	-6.83
Success rate	48.5%	40.9%
Pass EPA / play	+0.812	-0.179
Rush EPA / play	-0.059	+0.047
Yards	463	466

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Purdue	8	25	-1.81	Punt
Q1	USC	7	77	+6.42	Field goal
Q1	Purdue	8	72	-1.77	Interception
Q1	USC	9	81	+6.19	Rush TD
Q2	Purdue	9	26	-3.74	Field goal
Q2	USC	13	80	+6.00	Rush TD
Q2	Purdue	6	9	-0.41	Punt
Q2	USC	11	63	-0.82	Field goal
Q3	Purdue	8	75	+7.21	Rush TD
Q3	USC	8	44	-0.23	Field goal
Q3	Purdue	7	125	-7.29	Touchdown
Q3	Purdue	8	63	+5.98	Pass TD
Q4	USC	10	56	+2.05	Missed FG
Q4	Purdue	9	81	-4.05	Interception
Q4	USC	7	63	+0.91	Field goal
Q4	Purdue	3	-10	-0.94	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Purdue Boilermakers · Interception returned for a touchdown (-10.69 EPA)
2. Q1 · Purdue Boilermakers · Ryan Browne pass intercepted (-5.77 EPA)
3. Q4 · Purdue Boilermakers · Ryan Browne pass intercepted (-5.54 EPA)
4. Q1 · USC Trojans · Jayden Maiava pass to Ja'Kobi Lane for 44 yards (3rd & 6) (+5.24 EPA)
5. Q1 · USC Trojans · Jayden Maiava pass to Tanook Hines for 25 yards (3rd & 10) (+4.03 EPA)
6. Q3 · USC Trojans · Jayden Maiava pass to Ja'Kobi Lane for 42 yards (3rd & 9) (+3.92 EPA)
7. Q2 · Purdue Boilermakers · Penalty (4th & 3) (+3.81 EPA)
8. Q3 · Purdue Boilermakers · Ryan Browne pass to Jesse Watson for 20 yards (3rd & 11) (+3.79 EPA)

Key takeaways

• USC Trojans controlled the final (33–17) in Week 3.
• Passing edge: Jayden Maiava (USC) — 270.0 yds.
• EPA edge: USC at 0.311 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 USC Trojans vs Purdue Boilermakers?

USC Trojans 33, Purdue Boilermakers 17 in Week 3 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won USC Trojans vs Purdue Boilermakers?

USC Trojans won with a final score of 33–17.

Where can I find the USC Trojans vs Purdue Boilermakers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401752832.

Who led USC Trojans vs Purdue Boilermakers in passing?

Jayden Maiava (USC) led passers with 270.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

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