The Western Michigan Broncos lost to USC 49-31, but the game felt much closer than the score implies. Both teams exchanged scores evenly in the first three quarters. The fourth quarter was a different story. So, what can be learned from this?
Playing all four quarters is mandatory.
Western Michigan payed the price for not finishing against USC. The first three quarters ended in a 21-21 tie. In the final quarter, the Broncos were outscored 28-10. Granted, USC has much better talent and a deeper bench than most of the other teams on the schedule this year.