The lowdown: The first half was a dominant one for the Trojans’ defense, holding Cal to just 69 total yards at a 2.88 yards per play average. The Bears didn’t take a snap beyond the 50-yard line and only crossed into USC territory on a Chase Garbers run in which he fumbled. Clay Helton’s offense took advantage with 14 points before halftime, scoring on a pair of touchdown passes from JT Daniels to Tyler Vaughns.
But they could’ve done more damage. USC botched a fake field goal attempt on their first drive and fumbled in the red zone to end the half.