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USC QB Caleb Williams Shines In Victory Over Notre Dame

Written by Tony Ghaul

USC quarterback Caleb Williams passed and rushed for multiple touchdowns, shining in the national spotlight as the Trojans defeated Notre Dame.

Williams dazzled in USC’s 38-27 win over No. 15 Notre Dame on Saturday, leading USC to 11-1 overall and strengthening his Heisman resume with four total touchdowns.

USC QB Caleb Williams eludes Notre Dame defensive tackle Jayson Ademilola in the first quarter at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum Saturday. Photo courtsey of Luis Sinco / Los Angeles Times

Williams was 18-for-22 passing for 232 yards and one touchdown. He added three rushing touchdowns with 35 yards. Williams has 44 total touchdowns on the year.

One year after finishing with four wins, USC remains in contention for the College Football Playoff. The Trojans will play for the Pac-12 title on Dec. 2 in Las Vegas against Utah or Oregon.

USC Trojans QB Caleb Williams. Photo courtsey of Brian Rothmuller/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images

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Tony Ghaul