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USC Trojans Outrun Iowa Hawkeyes in Los Angeles Showdown

The University of Southern California Trojans continued their impressive season with a hard-fought victory over the Iowa Hawkeyes at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. The win improved USC's record to 8-2, while Iowa fell to 6-4. The final score was 26-21, favoring the home team.


Nov 4, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans offensive lineman Justin Dedich (57) reacts before a game against the Washington Huskies at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Jessica Alcheh-USA TODAY Sports

First Quarter


The game began with a strong start from the visiting Hawkeyes, who managed to put up 7 points on the board early on. Despite this initial setback, USC's defense held firm for most of the quarter, preventing further damage and setting up opportunities for their offense.


Second Quarter


In an action-packed second quarter, both teams exchanged blows as they fought for dominance. The Trojans managed to score 10 points thanks to a combination of strategic plays and effective execution by quarterback Jayden Maiava. Maiava completed 23 out of his 32 pass attempts without any interceptions, showcasing his precision under pressure.


Third Quarter


USC took control in the third quarter by adding another 9 points while keeping Iowa scoreless. This period highlighted what went wrong for USC Trojans earlier in terms of missed opportunities but also demonstrated their ability to adapt and capitalize on key moments when it mattered most.


Fourth Quarter


The fourth quarter saw USC sealing their victory with an additional touchdown that brought them ahead decisively against Iowa's defense. Running back Bryan Jackson played a crucial role during this period by scoring two rushing touchdowns throughout the game – one being just enough distance from goal line at only one yard away!


As fans reflect upon these thrilling events between both teams' performances today; they can look forward eagerly towards next week's matchup where our beloved SC will face off against Oregon Ducks scheduled November twenty-second thirteen hundred hours Eastern Daylight Time Autzen Stadium located Eugene Oregon available live broadcast channels nationwide! Share your thoughts about today's match-up using hashtag #USCTrojansPostMatchStats across social media platforms now!

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