Michigan State Spartans vs. USC Trojans: 2025 Week 4 Recap

Quick answer

USC Trojans defeated Michigan State Spartans 45–31 in Week 4, 2025. Final score: Michigan State Spartans 31, USC Trojans 45.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Michigan State Spartans	6	3	12	6	31
USC Trojans	9	12	6	12	45

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Jayden Maiava (USC) — 234.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.36 EPA/play +9.45 EPA
• Aidan Chiles (Michigan State) — 209.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.22 EPA/play +5.10 EPA
• Omari Kelly (Michigan State) — 13.0 yds · +0.01 EPA/play +0.03 EPA

Rushing

• Waymond Jordan (USC) — 157.0 yds +0.31 EPA
• Makhi Frazier (Michigan State) — 61.0 yds -0.01 EPA
• Eli Sanders (USC) — 84.0 yds +0.14 EPA

Receiving

• Makai Lemon (USC) — 8 rec · 127.0 yds +0.91 EPA
• Omari Kelly (Michigan State) — 6 rec · 137.0 yds +1.04 EPA
• Nick Marsh (Michigan State) — 2 rec · 28.0 yds +0.17 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Jayden Maiava	USC	26	73.1%	234	3	+0.36	+9.45
Aidan Chiles	Michigan State	23	52.2%	209	3	+0.22	+5.10
Omari Kelly	Michigan State	2	50.0%	13	0	+0.01	+0.03

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Michigan State	USC
Plays	54	63
EPA / play	+0.099	+0.379
Total EPA	+5.34	+23.85
Success rate	44.4%	57.1%
Pass EPA / play	+0.205	+0.363
Rush EPA / play	+0.007	+0.389
Yards	337	517

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	USC	11	73	+3.71	Field goal
Q1	Michigan State	6	80	+6.91	Pass TD
Q1	USC	6	72	+5.85	Rush TD
Q1	Michigan State	6	5	-3.08	Punt
Q2	USC	5	78	+6.22	Pass TD
Q2	Michigan State	3	7	-1.84	Punt
Q2	USC	5	44	-2.75	Ended
Q2	Michigan State	7	44	+0.10	Field goal
Q2	USC	11	88	+6.48	Pass TD
Q2	Michigan State	4	37	+0.75	Missed FG
Q3	Michigan State	3	2	-2.59	Punt
Q3	USC	4	57	+3.83	Pass TD
Q3	Michigan State	11	57	+0.09	Rush TD
Q3	USC	1	7	-5.62	Fumble
Q3	Michigan State	8	27	+2.74	Pass TD
Q3	USC	13	70	+3.19	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Aidan Chiles pass to Omari Kelly for a touchdown (75 yards) (+7.29 EPA)
2. Q3 · USC Trojans · Fumble (-5.62 EPA)
3. Q1 · Michigan State Spartans · Aidan Chiles pass to Chrishon McCray for a touchdown (42 yards) (+3.48 EPA)
4. Q2 · USC Trojans · Jayden Maiava pass to Tanook Hines for a touchdown (7 yards) (+3.31 EPA)
5. Q2 · USC Trojans · Jayden Maiava pass to Makai Lemon for a touchdown (40 yards) (+3.2 EPA)
6. Q3 · Michigan State Spartans · Penalty (4th & 2) (+3.12 EPA)
7. Q4 · USC Trojans · Jayden Maiava pass to Makai Lemon for 10 yards (4th & 3) (+2.94 EPA)
8. Q2 · USC Trojans · Jayden Maiava pass to Makai Lemon for 3 yards (4th & 4) (-2.91 EPA)

Key takeaways

• USC Trojans controlled the final (45–31) in Week 4.
• Passing edge: Jayden Maiava (USC) — 234.0 yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: USC at 0.379 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 Michigan State Spartans vs USC Trojans?

Michigan State Spartans 31, USC Trojans 45 in Week 4 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won Michigan State Spartans vs USC Trojans?

USC Trojans won with a final score of 31–45.

Where can I find the Michigan State Spartans vs USC Trojans box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401752847.

Who led Michigan State Spartans vs USC Trojans in passing?

Jayden Maiava (USC) led passers with 234.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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