The Texas A&M Aggies (8-4) and USC Trojans (6-6) are scheduled to face off in the Las Vegas Bowl Friday night at Allegiant Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET, and ESPN will cover the action as these two storied programs aim to end their seasons on a high note.
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How to watch Texas A&M vs. USC at the Las Vegas Bowl:
- Date: Friday December 27, 2024
- Time: 10:30 p.m. ET
- Channel: ESPN
- Feed: Fubo
The Aggies came out of the gates strong, going 7-1 and climbing all the way to 11th in the nation. But the wheels fell off over time as they lost three of their last four games, including a deflating 17-7 loss at home to No. 3 Texas. The loss dashed any hopes of a College Football Playoff berth and eliminated them from the top 25.
Even though their decline at the end of the season is disappointing, the Aggies still have a talented roster. Redshirt freshman quarterback Marcel Reed provided a spark with his mobility, stepping in midseason to rejuvenate an offense that struggled with consistency.
However, the absence of star DE Nic Scourton, who is skipping the bowl to prepare for the NFL Draft, will be a big blow to A&M’s defense. Scourton’s passing prowess was a cornerstone of the Aggies’ success.
The Trojans’ first year in the Big Ten didn’t go exactly as planned. Although they have regained some dignity with wins in three of their last five games, their defense has always been a liability. USC finished the regular season with a 49-35 loss to then-No. 5 Notre Dame, closing out a 6-6 campaign that left fans wanting more.
Sophomore quarterback Jayden Maiava took over the reins midway through the season and brought a dynamic edge with his legs, giving the Trojans a glimpse into their future. Like A&M, USC will be shorthanded due to player disengagement, but its offensive firepower remains intact.
The big question: Can USC’s porous defense hold up against an Aggies team eager to exploit mismatches?
