Total Yards
California327
Washington State483
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Washington State at California
Nov 11, 2023 • Completed
Season 2023RegularWeek 11
Away
Washington State
Pac-12
Final Score
39 - 42
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California
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Passing Yards
California150
Washington State358
Rushing Yards
California177
Washington State125
Turnovers
California2
Washington State4
Game Conditions
ConditionFair
Temperature67°F
Wind9 mph NW
Humidity
39%
Precipitation
0.00 in
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Possession Split
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California24:15
Washington State35:45
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Game Story
California edges Washington State 42-39
California defeated Washington State 42-39 in Week 11 of the 2023 regular slate, finishing with a 327-483 edge in total yards, and scoring 2 passing touchdowns and 2 rushing touchdowns.
California set the terms early in a game that finished 42-39. Fernando Mendoza pass complete to Jack Endries for 6 yds for a TD (Mateen Bhaghani KICK) came with {'seconds': 38, 'minutes': 6} left in the first quarter, giving California the first major swing.
California's box score carried the story: 327 total yards, 177 rushing yards, and 150 passing yards. Washington State finished with 483 total yards, including 125 on the ground and 358 through the air.
California converted 3-9 on third down, went 1-1 on fourth down, the turnover count was 2-4, California led 28-21 at halftime. The explosive highlight was Fernando Mendoza pass complete to Jaydn Ott for 13 yds for a TD (Mateen Bhaghani KICK).
Key Moments
Passing Touchdown
Fernando Mendoza pass complete to Jack Endries for 6 yds for a TD (Mateen Bhaghani KICK) (California led 14-0 over Washington State).
Fumble Return Touchdown
Cade Uluave 51 Yd Fumble Return (Michael Luckhurst Kick) (Washington State led 0-7 over California).
Rushing Touchdown
Cameron Ward run for 3 yds for a TD (Dean Janikowski KICK) (Washington State led 7-14 over California).
Passing Touchdown
Cameron Ward pass complete to Cooper Mathers for 13 yds for a TD (Dean Janikowski KICK) (Washington State led 14-21 over California).
Rushing Touchdown
John Mateer run for 5 yds for a TD (Dean Janikowski KICK) (Washington State led 21-28 over California).
Rushing Touchdown
Brian Driscoll 0 Yd Run (Mateen Bhaghani Kick) (California led 21-7 over Washington State).
Stat Callouts
Final score
42-39
California defeated Washington State.
Total yards
327-483
California held the yardage advantage.
Rushing yards
177
California averaged 4.9 yards per rush attempt.
Passing yards
150
California averaged 7.1 yards per pass attempt.
Third downs
3-9
California's conversion rate helped sustain possessions.
Opponent third downs
5-15
Washington State's offense worked through that conversion rate.
Turnovers
2-4
Turnover totals are listed winner first.
Analysis
Game Breakdown
| Statistic | California | Washington State |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 327 | 483 |
| Passing Yards | 150 | 358 |
| Rushing Yards | 177 | 125 |
| First Downs | 16 | 32 |
| Third Down Efficiency | 3-9 | 5-15 |
| Fourth Down Efficiency | 1-1 | 3-4 |
| Total Penalties (Yards) | 11-100 | 7-60 |
| Turnovers | 2 | 4 |
| Completions / Attempts | 14-21 | 35-60 |
| Rushing Attempts | 36 | 37 |
| Passing TDs | 2 | 3 |
| Rushing TDs | 2 | 2 |
| Kicking Points | 6 | 7 |
| Possession Time | 24:15 | 35:45 |