USC Trojans Defeat Texas A&M in Las Vegas Bowl

In the Las Vegas Bowl, Texas A&M Aggies lost to USC Trojans 35-31 after squandering a three-score lead. Texas A&M initially took control with an early 7-0 lead, but struggled with turnovers, as Marcel Reed's interceptions derailed their drives (source: https://www.si.com/college/tamu/football/texas-a-m-aggies-blow-3-score-second-half-lead-to-usc-trojans-to-lose-las-vegas-bowl-01jg5yxqy8mj). Despite a strong start in the third quarter with a field goal and a touchdown by Noah Thomas, the Trojans mounted a comeback (source: https://www.si.com/college/tamu/football/halftime-texas-a-m-aggies-tied-with-usc-after-puzzling-1st-half-finish-from-trojans-01jg5sw47465). Ja'Kobi Lane's third touchdown, assisted by Jayden Maiava, eventually gave USC their first lead, which they maintained to secure the victory (source: https://www.espn.com/video/clip?id=43190362). USC capitalized on Texas A&M's mistakes, showcasing resilience and effective plays by their key players, including Bryan Jackson's crucial rushing score. Texas A&M's efforts to reclaim the lead were thwarted by missed opportunities and defensive penalties, leading to their defeat (source: https://www.si.com/college/tamu/football/texas-a-m-aggies-blow-3-score-second-half-lead-to-usc-trojans-to-lose-las-vegas-bowl-01jg5yxqy8mj).