The key to USC's win over Texas? Despite consistent struggles throughout the game, Sam Darnold and the Trojans offense were at their best in end-of-half scenarios.
One of the most competitive games of the season thus far was played last weekend in a clash between two powerhouse programs, USC and Texas. The Trojans entered the year with College Football Playoff aspirations and a Heisman-hopeful quarterback, and started the season with strong offensive performances and a pair of victories over Western Michigan and Stanford. As for Texas, the Longhorns entered the year with a new coach and renewed excitement in the program before flopping in an opening weekend loss to Maryland.