As the Louisville Cardinals prepare to face off against the USC Trojans at Petco Park, fans are eager to see if their team can bounce back from recent performances. The Cardinals have shown a mixed bag of results in their past games, with a 10-win and 3-loss record that reflects both resilience and areas for improvement.

Oct 14, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Louisville Cardinals quarterback Jack Plummer (13) warms up before the game against the Pittsburgh Panthers at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

In their last outing against the Florida State Seminoles, the Cardinals struggled on offense, managing only 188 total yards and failing to score a touchdown. Their passing game was particularly stifled, with just 111 yards through the air and a completion percentage of only 39 percent. The rushing attack didn't fare much better, averaging a mere two yards per carry.

However, there were some positives on defense where they recorded four sacks and six tackles for loss. Despite these efforts, they couldn't contain the Seminoles' offense enough to secure a win.

The previous game against Kentucky Wildcats showed more promise offensively with over 400 total yards. The passing efficiency was notably higher with a completion rate of 73 percent for two touchdowns. Yet turnovers were an issue as they lost two fumbles which contributed to their narrow defeat.

Against Miami (FL) Hurricanes earlier in November, Louisville's offense was firing on all cylinders racking up five touchdowns and nearly averaging seven yards per play. This performance demonstrated what the team is capable of when executing well.

Looking ahead to their matchup with USC Trojans who recently outscored them by fourteen points in all quarters except one during their last encounter suggests that adjustments will be necessary if they hope for victory at Petco Park.

Fans should expect an intense battle as both teams have proven offensive capabilities but also vulnerabilities that could be exploited by either side's defense. It will be crucial for Louisville's offense to find consistency early on while minimizing turnovers which have plagued them previously.

The upcoming game is scheduled for December 28th at Petco Park in San Diego; fans can catch all the action live on FOX network starting at 1:00 AM UTC (December 27th local time). With postseason implications likely hanging in balance this late December clash promises not just excitement but potentially season-defining moments for both squads involved.

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