The Trojans ended it ugly with three straight turnovers. But the defense stood firm and minimized the damage, giving up just one touchdown.

If I'm USC I'm a bit worried because the offense really lost its way in the second quarter, and as good as the Trojans looked early this game is far from over.

It becomes a moot point if they score a touchdown on the opening drive, but if they don't and the Irish somehow find their way into the end zone this game will get really interesting really quick.