Northwestern battled No. 19 USC early, but the Trojans pulled away in the second half for a 38-17 victory Friday. The Wildcats need one win in their final three games to ensure bowl eligibility.

No. 20 Southern California pulled off a remarkable fake punt against Northwestern by unexpectedly sending out third-string quarterback Sam Huard in the same uniform number as the Trojans' punter.

Jayden Maiava makes a key hit to prevent a pick-six before passing for 299 yards and two touchdowns to power No. 19 to a 38-17 win over Northwestern.

The No. 19 USC Trojans picked up their second consecutive win Friday night at the Los Angeles Coliseum over the Northwestern ...

Jayden Maiava passes for 299 yards and accounts for three touchdowns (one rushing), Makai Lemon has a TD catch and a scoring ...

The No. 19 USC Trojans are hosted the Northwestern Wildcats at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in a Big Ten matchup on ...

Preston Stone passed for 150 yards and Caleb Komolafe rushed for 118 yards and a score for the Wildcats, who lost for just the second time in six games.

Check out the best moments between the Northwestern Wildcats and USC Trojans.

For USC, Maiava threw for 154 yards and a touchdown, while Miller paced the rushing attack with 90 yards, aided by his explosive 55-yard run. Lemon led all receivers with 53 yards and a touchdown on ...

Jayden Maiava forced a fumble after tossing an interception, a play that inspired the Trojans to pull away from Northwestern ...