In a thrilling college football matchup, the No. 23 ranked USC Trojans narrowly defeated the Nebraska Cornhuskers 21-17, keeping their College Football Playoff hopes alive. The Trojans relied on a strong second-half performance to secure the victory at Memorial Stadium, as they overcame the loss of key players and criticism directed at their defense. Nebraska, despite a valiant effort, extended their losing streak against ranked teams. The game highlighted various takeaways, including concerns over injuries and the performance of both teams throughout the match. Postgame reactions from coaches and players reflected the disappointment for Nebraska, while USC celebrated their gritty road win.