USC football totally dominates Fresno State with a shutout
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Key Points:
- USC dominated Fresno State with a 39-0 shutout, marking their first shutout since September 2024 and showcasing a strong defensive performance that corrected previous late-game struggles.
- Quarterback Jayden Maiava delivered an exceptional game, completing 23 of 25 passes for 349 yards and three touchdowns, maintaining an 88.9% completion rate over two games.
- Freshman receiver Trent Mosley continued to impress with 104 yards and two touchdowns before halftime, reinforcing his status as a top freshman receiver alongside fellow freshman Kayden Dixon-Wyatt.
- USC’s defense was particularly dominant, recording five sacks, forcing safeties, and limiting Fresno State to just 116 total yards, while also securing an interception by safety Prophet Brown.
- Despite some fumbles, USC controlled the game comfortably and looks poised for upcoming challenges, including a key matchup against Oregon on September 26.
