Total Yards
Washington529
California502
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California at Washington
Sep 24, 2023 • Completed
Season 2023RegularWeek 4
Away
California
ACC
Final Score
32 - 59
CW
Home
Washington
Big Ten
Game Pulse
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Passing Yards
Washington389
California363
Rushing Yards
Washington140
California139
Turnovers
Washington1
California3
Game Conditions
ConditionRain
Temperature55°F
Wind11 mph SE
Humidity
97%
Precipitation
0.01 in
Player Game Leaders
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Box Score Comparison
Washington vs California box score comparison chart
Possession Split
Possession split chart
Washington30:10
California29:50
Stat Dominance
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Radar chart comparing team performance across key metrics
Game Story
Washington pulls away from California 59-32
Washington defeated California 59-32 in Week 4 of the 2023 regular slate, finishing with a 529-502 edge in total yards, and scoring 4 passing touchdowns and 2 rushing touchdowns.
Washington set the terms early in a game that finished 59-32. Ben Finley pass complete to Jeremiah Hunter for 7 yds for a TD (Michael Luckhurst PAT MISSED) came with {'seconds': 52, 'minutes': 5} left in the first quarter, giving California the first major swing.
Washington's box score carried the story: 529 total yards, 140 rushing yards, and 389 passing yards. California finished with 502 total yards, including 139 on the ground and 363 through the air.
Washington converted 5-11 on third down, went 1-2 on fourth down, the turnover count was 1-3, Washington led 45-12 at halftime. The explosive highlight was Grady Gross 41 Yd Field Goal.
Key Moments
Passing Touchdown
Ben Finley pass complete to Jeremiah Hunter for 7 yds for a TD (Michael Luckhurst PAT MISSED) (California led 6-14 over Washington).
Field Goal Good
Grady Gross 41 Yd Field Goal (Washington led 24-6 over California).
Interception Return Touchdown
Ben Finley pass intercepted for a TD Edefuan Ulofoshio return for 45 yds for a TD (Grady Gross KICK) (California led 0-7 over Washington).
Passing Touchdown
Michael Penix Jr. pass complete to Ja'Lynn Polk for 8 yds for a TD (Grady Gross KICK) (Washington led 21-6 over California).
Punt
Lachlan Wilson punt for 48 yds , Rome Odunze returns for 83 yds for a TD (Grady Gross KICK) (California led 0-14 over Washington).
Passing Touchdown
Michael Penix Jr. pass complete to Ja'Lynn Polk for 24 yds for a TD (Grady Gross KICK) (Washington led 38-12 over California).
Stat Callouts
Final score
59-32
Washington defeated California.
Total yards
529-502
Washington held the yardage advantage.
Rushing yards
140
Washington averaged 4.7 yards per rush attempt.
Passing yards
389
Washington averaged 12.2 yards per pass attempt.
Third downs
5-11
Washington's conversion rate helped sustain possessions.
Opponent third downs
10-17
California's offense worked through that conversion rate.
Turnovers
1-3
Turnover totals are listed winner first.
Analysis
Game Breakdown
| Statistic | Washington | California |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 529 | 502 |
| Passing Yards | 389 | 363 |
| Rushing Yards | 140 | 139 |
| First Downs | 23 | 28 |
| Third Down Efficiency | 5-11 | 10-17 |
| Fourth Down Efficiency | 1-2 | 0-0 |
| Total Penalties (Yards) | 9-83 | 2-10 |
| Turnovers | 1 | 3 |
| Completions / Attempts | 23-32 | 27-46 |
| Rushing Attempts | 30 | 35 |
| Passing TDs | 4 | 3 |
| Rushing TDs | 2 | 2 |
| Kicking Points | 11 | 2 |
| Possession Time | 30:10 | 29:50 |