USC Trojans Secure Bowl Eligibility with 21-17 Victory Over Nebraska

The USC Trojans secured a comeback 21-17 victory over the Nebraska Cornhuskers, becoming bowl eligible with a strong defensive effort and key rushing yards, notably from King Miller and quarterback Jayden Maiava, who also scored critical touchdowns despite an uneven passing game. USC's defense limited Nebraska to 286 total yards and only three second-half points, while a crucial sack fumble led to the injury of Nebraska's starting quarterback Dylan Raiola, impacting the Huskers' offensive threat. Historically, USC holds a psychological edge over Nebraska, being undefeated in their series, and this recent win further extended that dominance. Analyst Adam Carriker praised Nebraska's defensive performance but noted their offense struggled without Raiola, while USC managed to capitalize on their ground game and defensive plays to secure the road win. Despite Nebraska's early control and Raiola's strong start, USC's defense disrupted their momentum, applying pressure that resulted in turnovers and an eventual comeback. The Trojans will next face Northwestern, while Nebraska looks to regroup after this narrow loss.