USC football morning report

Stat of the day: Quarterback Cody Kessler’s 39 touchdowns this season ties the USC season record set by Matt Barkley in 2011.

USC defeated Nebraska, 45-42, in the Holiday Bowl on Saturday at Qualcomm Stadium.

The Trojans finish the season 9-4 overall and 6-3 in the Pac-12 Conference.

In The Times:

• USC edges Nebraska in knockdown, drag-out, Hail-scary Holiday Bowl
• USC gets Holiday Bowl win that’s too close for comfort
• For some Trojans, it’s decision time -- stay or go pro
• Five things we learned in USC’s victory over Nebraska
• USC freshman Adoree’ Jackson flips into the end zone on kickoff return
  

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