NDL: S29W5 - Wisconsin (7) at USC (35)
Badgers No Match For Trojans in LA
Article By: **Game Recap: USC vs. Wisconsin**
USC delivered a dominant performance over Wisconsin, showcasing a high-octane offense and a stifling defense in a decisive win.
### Offensive Firepower
**Passing:**
Miller Moss was nearly perfect, completing 9 of 10 passes for 237 yards and 3 touchdowns, with a remarkable 388.1 rating. His precision and effectiveness were pivotal in USC’s offensive onslaught.
**Rushing:**
USC’s ground game was solid, led by Quinten Joyner with 89 yards on 18 carries, including a long run of 25 yards. Miller Moss added 2 rushing touchdowns, contributing to a total of 99 rushing yards.
**Receiving:**
Zachariah Branch was the star receiver, hauling in 4 catches for 192 yards and 2 touchdowns. His explosive 48.0-yard average per reception and 111 yards after the catch highlighted his big-play ability. Trey O'Neal and Rashard Copeland also made key contributions.
### Defensive Excellence
**Tackles and Sacks:**
USC’s defense was relentless, totaling 70 tackles and 4 sacks. Easton Mascarenas-Arnold led with 11 tackles, while Kamari Ramsey and Akili Arnold each made significant defensive plays. The defense recorded 4 interceptions, showcasing their playmaking ability.
**Pass Defense:**
The Trojans' secondary intercepted 4 passes and had 5 pass deflections, making it a challenging day for Wisconsin’s passing attack.
### Special Teams and Kicking
**Kicking:**
Denis Lynch was perfect on extra points, going 5-for-5, although he did not attempt any field goals.
**Punting:**
Eddie Czaplicki punted 6 times for 139 yards, with a net average of 79 yards, and placed 2 punts inside the 20-yard line.
**Returns:**
Zachariah Branch was effective in the return game with a 113-yard kickoff return, and he also contributed 32 yards on 4 punt returns.
### Wisconsin Struggles
**Passing:**
Wisconsin’s Tyler Van Dyke struggled, completing 13 of 31 passes for 169 yards with 1 touchdown and 5 interceptions, resulting in a low 66.1 rating.
**Rushing:**
Despite a solid effort from Chez Mellusi, who rushed for 151 yards, the team failed to score a touchdown on the ground. Tawee Walker added 56 yards, but the rushing attack could not overcome the deficit.
**Receiving:**
Riley Nowakowski led the receiving corps with 76 yards on 4 catches, but the passing game’s inefficiency limited their overall impact.
**Defense:**
Wisconsin's defense managed 46 tackles and 7 tackles for loss but struggled to contain USC's offensive onslaught.
USC’s comprehensive victory highlighted their offensive efficiency and defensive prowess, contrasting sharply with Wisconsin’s struggles in both areas.
Defense struggle today..Badgers no match for Trojans
Article By: Wisconsin had a tough time today. QB Van Dyke threw 5 ints with only 1 touchdown. He was 13 for 31 for 169yrds. The Badger running game was the only bright spot with Chez Mellusi had 151 yard rushing with Tawee Walker contributing with 56 yards on the ground. TE Riley Nowakowski was the leading receiver with 76 yards on 4 catches. Coach Wave said "The badgers will have to work on the mistakes before they play next week game!
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