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Predictions: Notre Dame vs. USC

By Observer Sports Staff · Thursday, Oct. 15, 2015

With the recent turmoil surrounding the Trojans off the field, there seems to be a growing sentiment in certain circles that perhaps USC will come out angry and play inspired against the Irish, free from the uncertainty and controversy that plagued them under Steve Sarkisian. Maybe USC might even push Notre Dame to the limit. After all, the Trojans have plenty of talent. But this school of thought flies in the face of common sense. Even if the Trojans are better off without Sarkisian, their preparations this week had to be hindered by the uncertainty and turnover. Meanwhile, the Irish are coming off a solid win over Navy and have revenge on their mind after last season’s rout. Under the lights, with plenty of pressure to not just beat USC but rout it, Notre Dame will start slow, as always, but power away in the second half.

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