Instead of discussing the many schematic breakdowns that led USC to an 11-point deficit, team leaders grabbed the room’s attention. (Jed Jacobsohn / Associated Press)Running back MarShawn Lloyd led the Trojans with 115 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 17 carries. Quarterback Caleb Williams passed for 369 yards and two touchdowns while adding two rushing touchdowns, including one early in the fourth that sparked the comeback. Cal ran for 177 yards in the half, easily eclipsing USC’s average of 164.3 rushing yards given up. Avoiding disaster against the only unranked team remaining on USC’s schedule won’t inspire confidence from critics.

Source: Los Angeles Times October 29, 2023 16:05 UTC