 By Spencer McLaughlin of Locked on CFB for SuperWest Sports
October 21, 2025
Notre Dame defeated USC 34-24 on Saturday night in South Bend.Â
That gives the Trojans their 2nd loss of the season.
Where does that leave their Playoff hopes and season outlook?
Plus, Marcus Freeman learned a lesson from the Miami game.
  
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