USC quarterback Miller Moss delivered a commanding performance in the Trojans’ 42–20 victory over Rutgers on October 25, 2024, at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. This win not only ended USC’s three-game losing streak but also showcased Moss’s leadership and the offense’s resurgence.(The Telegraph)
Moss completed 20 of 28 passes for 308 yards, throwing two touchdown passes and adding a rushing touchdown. His efficient play was complemented by running back Woody Marks, who contributed three rushing touchdowns and amassed 142 yards from scrimmage. Wide receiver Makai Lemon also had a standout game, recording 134 receiving yards on four catches, including a touchdown, and providing a spark with an 80-yard kickoff return that set up a touchdown .(The Telegraph, SFGATE)
The Trojans’ offense was in sync from the start, scoring on all four first-half possessions. Despite missing four starters in the secondary, the defense stepped up with timely stops, allowing USC to maintain control throughout the game .(SFGATE)
Rutgers attempted a comeback in the third quarter, narrowing the deficit to 28–20. However, USC responded swiftly: Lemon’s 70-yard catch-and-run and Moss’s 7-yard rushing touchdown restored a two-possession lead, effectively sealing the game .(SFGATE, USC Athletics)
This victory was a testament to USC’s resilience and offensive prowess, with Moss at the helm guiding the team back to form.
