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USC Trojans vs Notre Dame Fighting Irish — October 18, 2025
24–34
About This Game
This was a back-and-forth battle of strong offenses and crucial defensive stands. USC's Jayden Maiava struck early with a 10-yard touchdown pass to Lake McRee, giving the Trojans a 10-7 lead. But Notre Dame answered through Jeremiyah Love's punishing running game, and Jadarian Price's 16-yard rushing TD put the Irish ahead by the second quarter.
The momentum swung repeatedly in the second half. After trading field goals, Maiava connected with Ja'Kobi Lane on a stunning 59-yard touchdown pass, and the two-point conversion pushed USC to a 24-21 lead—their only advantage since the opening quarter. But Notre Dame's response was explosive: Price took the ensuing kickoff 100 yards to the end zone, bursting through traffic for one of the game's most electrifying plays. That score shifted everything.
With momentum restored, Notre Dame's defense stiffened, and CJ Carr punched in a 1-yard rushing touchdown in the fourth quarter to seal a 34-24 victory. The Fighting Irish's resilience—and their ability to answer USC's scoring drives with big plays of their own—proved decisive in this hard-fought contest. Every drive of this thrilling matchup is captured as a Gameprint, revealing the momentum shifts and explosive moments that decided the outcome.
Game highlights: Jadarian Price's 100-yard kickoff return TD, Jayden Maiava's 59-yard TD pass to Ja'Kobi Lane, Jeremiyah Love's career-high rushing performance, CJ Carr's clutch 1-yard TD run, Notre Dame's second-half defensive resilience
Summary written with AI from the official play-by-play.
A Gift for Every Game
The best gifts for college football fans aren’t generic team merch — they’re personal. A Gameprint of USC Trojans vs Notre Dame Fighting Irish captures a specific game that means something: a rivalry win, a season to remember, a night at the arena. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, and holidays.
Were you there? If you or a friend went to this game, a Gameprint turns that memory into a lasting keepsake — the exact game you watched live, every play on your wall. There’s a gift for every game you’ve ever been to.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did USC Trojans play Notre Dame Fighting Irish?
USC Trojans played Notre Dame Fighting Irish on October 18, 2025 at Notre Dame Stadium.
What was the final score of USC Trojans vs Notre Dame Fighting Irish?
The final score was USC Trojans 24, Notre Dame Fighting Irish 34.
What does the USC Trojans vs Notre Dame Fighting Irish Gameprint show?
Every drive — touchdowns, field goals, punts and turnovers — from the official play-by-play of this game, laid out in order from kickoff to the final whistle, in your choice of team colors.
Is this a good gift for a USC Trojans or Notre Dame Fighting Irish fan?
Yes — a Gameprint of USC Trojans vs Notre Dame Fighting Irish is a one-of-a-kind gift. Unlike generic team merchandise, it captures a specific game they actually care about. Popular for birthdays, graduations, Father’s Day, and holiday gifts.
Can I gift this to someone who was at the game?
Absolutely. If a friend or family member attended USC Trojans vs Notre Dame Fighting Irish, a Gameprint turns that memory into wall art — the actual plays from the game they watched live. Customize the colors to make it personal.
Sizes, framing, shipping and color options: see the Gameprints FAQ.
USC vs Notre Dame in numbers
- 3 lead changes
- 1 time tied
- 10-point largest lead (Notre Dame)
- 25 drives
- 6 touchdown drives (USC 2, Notre Dame 4)
- 7 drives ended by a turnover or on downs (USC 5, Notre Dame 2)
- 75-yard touchdown drive, the longest of the game (Notre Dame)
Counted from the play-by-play behind this print — every drive on the poster is one of these plays.
