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wndu.bsky.social @wndu.bsky.social · 2h

FINAL: No. 13 Notre Dame 34, No. 20 USC 24

Irish fans, how are you feeling about the BIG rivalry win??

wndu.bsky.social @wndu.bsky.social · 3h

Notre Dame takes a two-score lead after CJ Carr gets a 1-yard touchdown rush.

Irish lead 34-24 with just 7:16 left in this game. The rain is really coming down now.

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wndu.bsky.social @wndu.bsky.social · 3h

USC tries to run a trick play with a wide receiver pass but Makai Lemon fumbles and it's recovered by Notre Dame.

Irish get the ball back with 11:11 left in this game.

wndu.bsky.social @wndu.bsky.social · 3h

END 3Q

#13 Notre Dame - 27
#20 USC - 24

A 100-yard kickoff return for a touchdown by Jadarian Price and an interception by Christian Gray has given the Irish the momentum heading into the 4th.

wndu.bsky.social @wndu.bsky.social · 3h

#NotreDame gets the ball back quickly as Christian Gray picks off Jayden Maiava's pass.

wndu.bsky.social @wndu.bsky.social · 3h

Notre Dame doesn't trail for long! Jadarian Price with a 100-yard kickoff return for a touchdown. PAT is no good.

Irish now lead USC 27-24.

wndu.bsky.social @wndu.bsky.social · 3h

USC goes back in front as Jayden Maiava connects with Ja'Kobi Lane for a 59-yard touchdown. They go for two and get it.

Trojans lead Notre Dame 24-21.

wndu.bsky.social @wndu.bsky.social · 4h

Ryon Sayeri hits his 3rd field goal of the night for USC. This one a 43-yarder as the Trojans cut into Notre Dame's lead.

Irish in front 21-16 with 6:19 left in 3rd quarter.

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wndu.bsky.social @wndu.bsky.social · 4h

Notre Dame comes out of halftime and scores on their first drive of the 2nd half. It's a 6-yard pass from CJ Carr to Will Pauling.

Irish now lead USC 21-13 as the rain is coming down.

wndu.bsky.social @wndu.bsky.social · 4h

HALFTIME

#13 Notre Dame - 14
#20 USC - 13

Jeremiyah Love already has 134 yards and a TD on just 10 carries. Jayden Maiava is 14-24 for 177 yards and a score for the Trojans.

wndu.bsky.social @wndu.bsky.social · 5h

USC gets a 24-yard field goal from Ryon Sayeri to cut into the lead.

Notre Dame still in front 14-13 with 1:43 left until halftime.

wndu.bsky.social @wndu.bsky.social · 5h

Notre Dame gets it down inside the five but CJ Carr throws an interception to Braylan Shelby.

USC takes over on their own side of the field.

wndu.bsky.social @wndu.bsky.social · 5h

Notre Dame takes their first lead of the game as Jadarian Price breaks a 16-yard run for a score.

Irish now lead USC 14-10 just seconds into the second quarter.

wndu.bsky.social @wndu.bsky.social · 5h

END 1Q

#13 Notre Dame - 7
#20 USC - 10

After a fast start, this game has slowed down. Still not much rain yet. Irish able to run the football well with both Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price.

wndu.bsky.social @wndu.bsky.social · 6h

USC retakes the lead after a 42-yard field goal by Ryon Sayeri.

Trojans lead Notre Dame 10-7 with 8:04 still left in the 1st quarter.

wndu.bsky.social @wndu.bsky.social · 6h

#NotreDame has a quick response. After a 63-yard rush, Jeremiyah Love has a 12-yard rushing touchdown.

Irish now tied with #USC 7-7 less than five minutes into this one.

wndu.bsky.social @wndu.bsky.social · 6h

USC strikes first in this game. Jayden Maiava connects with his tight end Lake McRee for a 10-yard score.

Trojans lead Notre Dame 7-0 early.

wndu.bsky.social @wndu.bsky.social · 6h

We are underway! #13 Notre Dame hosting #20 USC in what could be a college football playoff elimination game for either side.

Tune into the game on WNDU and follow along for updates.

wndu.bsky.social @wndu.bsky.social · 6h

Fernando Mendoza threw four touchdowns and No. 3 Indiana celebrated its highest ranking in program history with a 38-13 rout of Michigan State.

RECAP >> https://www.wndu.com/2025/10/18/no-3-indiana-overwhelms-michigan-state-38-13/

wndu.bsky.social @wndu.bsky.social · 7h

UPDATE: The University of Notre Dame says it is now safe to resume normal activity ahead of kickoff for tonight's football game against USC.

Fans are now allowed to enter the stadium bowl.

MORE INFO >> https://www.wndu.com/2025/10/17/notre-dames-home-game-against-usc-faces-weather-threat/

wndu.bsky.social @wndu.bsky.social · 8h

UPDATE: The University of Notre Dame is canceling several pregame festivities ahead of tonight's game against USC due to lightning in the area, including the Victory March (Notre Dame Player Walk)

READ MORE >> https://www.wndu.com/2025/10/17/notre-dames-home-game-against-usc-faces-weather-threat/

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wndu.bsky.social @wndu.bsky.social · 14h

What's your score prediction for tonight's game?

Here's a look at our 16 News Now GAMEDAY team's picks >> https://www.wndu.com/2025/10/18/usc-notre-dame-keys-game-players-watch-game-picks/

wndu.bsky.social @wndu.bsky.social · 14h

Notre Dame legend Chris Zorich breaks down the Notre Dame-USC rivalry matchup and what the Irish need to do to keep their College Football Playoff hopes alive.

Inside the Game with Chris Zorich: What Notre Dame needs to do against USC to keep its playoff hopes alive

Zorich breaks down the rivalry matchup and what the Irish need to do to keep their College Football Playoff hopes alive.

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wndu.bsky.social @wndu.bsky.social · 15h

Men’s basketball coach Micah Shrewsberry recently spoke with Sabrina Hoover about the bond that he has built with football coach Marcus Freeman, highlighting their growing friendship, mutual respect and shared commitment to the university's values.

Marcus Freeman and Micah Shrewsberry’s strong Notre Dame bond

Men’s basketball head coach Micah Shrewsberry recently spoke about the bond that he has built with head football coach Marcus Freeman.

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wndu.bsky.social @wndu.bsky.social · 15h

REMINDER: The weather could have a big impact later tonight if you're going to the game or out to the tailgates.

Here's what you need to know.

Notre Dame’s home game against USC faces weather threat

Inclement weather in the forecast could impact the fan experience.

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