USC placed more players--quarterback Sam Darnold, wide receiver Deontay Burnett and safety Leon McQuay III--on the AP All-Bowl Team first team than any other team, following the Trojans' thrilling 52-49 last second victory over Penn State in the Rose Bowl.
Also, placekicker Matt Boermeester and offensive tackle Zach Banner were named to the team's honorable mention.
Additionally, USC quarterbacks coach/pass game coordinator Tyson Helton was named the FootballScoop Quarterbacks Coach of the Year.
Darnold set Rose Bowl records with 5 passing TDs and 473 total yards of offense in Monday's game.