USC Trojans vs. Illinois Fighting Illini: 2025 Week 5 Recap

Quick answer

Illinois Fighting Illini defeated USC Trojans 34–32 in Week 5, 2025. Final score: USC Trojans 32, Illinois Fighting Illini 34.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
USC Trojans	6	3	6	12	32
Illinois Fighting Illini	6	6	9	9	34

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Jayden Maiava (USC) — 364.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.46 EPA/play +19.60 EPA
• Luke Altmyer (Illinois) — 312.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.61 EPA/play +15.80 EPA
• Hank Beatty (Illinois) — 3.0 yds · 1 TD · +2.10 EPA/play +2.10 EPA

Rushing

• Waymond Jordan (USC) — 94.0 yds · 2 TD +0.01 EPA
• Kaden Feagin (Illinois) — 58.0 yds -0.92 EPA
• Ca'Lil Valentine (Illinois) — 59.0 yds -0.51 EPA

Receiving

• Makai Lemon (USC) — 11 rec · 151.0 yds +1.00 EPA
• Hank Beatty (Illinois) — 6 rec · 81.0 yds +0.32 EPA
• Lake McRee (USC) — 3 rec · 59.0 yds +0.27 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Jayden Maiava	USC	43	69.8%	364	2	+0.46	+19.60
Luke Altmyer	Illinois	26	73.1%	312	2	+0.61	+15.80
Hank Beatty	Illinois	1	100.0%	3	1	+2.10	+2.10

Team EPA comparison

Stat	USC	Illinois
Plays	76	61
EPA / play	+0.271	+0.051
Total EPA	+20.60	+3.08
Success rate	55.3%	52.5%
Pass EPA / play	+0.456	+0.663
Rush EPA / play	+0.030	-0.436
Yards	500	488

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	USC	10	45	-2.26	Fumble
Q1	Illinois	9	47	+4.52	Rush TD
Q1	USC	9	66	+4.75	Rush TD
Q1	Illinois	11	60	+3.16	Pass TD
Q2	USC	13	48	-1.41	Ended
Q2	Illinois	11	62	-11.60	Fumble
Q2	USC	6	70	+2.64	Field goal
Q2	Illinois	1	-1	0.00	Ended
Q3	Illinois	7	49	+0.41	Field goal
Q3	USC	5	28	-2.87	Interception
Q3	Illinois	3	7	-2.24	Punt
Q3	USC	3	2	-2.82	Punt
Q3	Illinois	2	66	+4.73	Pass TD
Q3	USC	10	91	+10.17	Rush TD
Q3	Illinois	4	71	+5.54	Pass TD
Q4	USC	11	70	+5.86	Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Illinois Fighting Illini · Fumble (-9.42 EPA)
2. Q2 · Illinois Fighting Illini · Fumble (-6.22 EPA)
3. Q4 · USC Trojans · Jayden Maiava pass to Makai Lemon for a touchdown (19 yards) (+5.77 EPA)
4. Q1 · USC Trojans · Fumble (-5.45 EPA)
5. Q3 · Illinois Fighting Illini · Luke Altmyer pass to Kaden Feagin for a touchdown (64 yards) (+5.24 EPA)
6. Q4 · Illinois Fighting Illini · Fumble (-5.05 EPA)
7. Q3 · USC Trojans · Jayden Maiava pass to Makai Lemon for 29 yards (3rd & 16) (+4.61 EPA)
8. Q3 · USC Trojans · Jayden Maiava pass intercepted (-4.56 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Illinois Fighting Illini controlled the final (34–32) in Week 5.
• Passing edge: Jayden Maiava (USC) — 364.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: USC at 0.271 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 Illinois Fighting Illini?

USC Trojans 32, Illinois Fighting Illini 34 in Week 5 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won USC Trojans vs Illinois Fighting Illini?

Illinois Fighting Illini won with a final score of 32–34.

Where can I find the USC Trojans vs Illinois Fighting Illini box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401752850.

Who led USC Trojans vs Illinois Fighting Illini in passing?

Jayden Maiava (USC) led passers with 364.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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