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UCLA vs. USC: Game Grades, Analysis for Bruins and Trojans

The USC Trojans routed the UCLA Bruins 40-21 in one of the most important matchups in the storied rivalry's history, with both teams in a win-or-go-home scenario, minus the bowl season.

Now with USC headed to the Pac-12 title game, a fractured, tumultuous season can be turned into a story of salvation and preservation.

Cody Kessler was efficient, Justin Davis rushed the ball with tenacity and the USC defense was relentless in their pursuit of Josh Rosen.

With that, let's check out each team's positional unit game grades.

USC Trojans

Rush Offense: A

The Trojans completely dominated the ground, particularly in the second half when they needed to milk the clock and preserve an ever-growing lead.