Here’s the report card on the Emerald Bowl.

RESULT: USC 24, BOSTON COLLEGE 13
RECORD: 9-4
WEEK 13 GPA: C+

QUARTERBACK

Even in finale, Matt Barkley still throws interceptions.

B-

RUNNING BACKS

USC did just fine without Joe McKnight.

B

WIDE RECEIVERS

Damian Williams went out in style with 189 yards and two touchdowns.

A-

OFFENSIVE LINE

Jeff Byers’ six-year career came to a positive end.

C+

DEFENSIVE LINE

No Everson Griffen next year but someone will fill his role.

B

LINEBACKERS

Avoided an Oregon/Stanford meltdown.

C+

DEFENSIVE BACKS

Shareece Wright offered a hint of next season.

B-

SPECIAL TEAMS

Kind of like the season, nothing too great to talk about.

C-

COACHING

Congratulations on getting the team properly prepared for the Emerald Bowl!

C