The Breakdown: Notre Dame Defense vs USC

Apparently the USC offensive line coach doesn't agree, but the film don't lie: Notre Dame's defensive line dominated their match-up with the USC offensive line. There was no other way that the Irish could beat the Trojans like they did if that wasn't the case.

Sam Darnold was sacked five times and hit seven. He was also scrambling for his life on many other occasions. The Trojan rushing attack was practically non-existent.