In USC’s season opener against San Jose State, reigning Heisman Trophy winner Caleb Williams showcased his exceptional skills on the field. Leading the No. 6 Trojans, Williams delivered an impressive performance with four passing touchdowns and 278 passing yards. Completing 18-of-25 passes, he displayed his championship-level form. One remarkable play in the second quarter highlighted his abilities. Despite fumbling the snap, Williams quickly recovered and threw a 76-yard touchdown pass to Tahj Washington. It was an incredible display of skill and composure.
Williams expressed mixed feelings after the game, stating, “I feel good, but there’s a bit of frustration walking off that field. In the first half, it just felt like we weren’t reaching our full potential, which we will soon.”
In the third quarter, Williams continued to shine, throwing a 25-yard touchdown pass to Zachariah Branch. This put USC ahead by three scores, solidifying their dominance over San Jose State. Additionally, Branch contributed to the team’s success with a 96-yard kickoff return for a touchdown.
USC coach Lincoln Riley commended Williams on his performance, highlighting his ability to avoid overexertion as a first-time player. Riley emphasized the importance of patience, especially demonstrated in Branch’s return. Williams exemplified trust in his teammates and made a significant impact on the game.
Branch recorded four catches for 58 yards, while Washington made two catches for 85 yards. USC displayed great depth with twelve different players making receptions.
San Jose State’s quarterback, Chevan Cordeiro, completed 21-of-38 passes and threw three touchdown passes, all caught by Nick Nash. Nash ended the game with six catches for 89 yards. Despite a commendable effort from San Jose State, their coach, Brent Brennan, admitted disappointment in the missed opportunity for a more competitive match-up.
With the season off to a strong start, Williams has set his sights on a second consecutive Heisman Trophy. Only Archie Griffin has achieved this feat in the history of the award.
Overall, Williams’ exceptional performance in USC’s first game demonstrates his potential for greatness this season. The Associated Press contributed to this report.
[Image: Southern California quarterback Caleb Williams reacts to a play against San Jose State in Los Angeles, Saturday, Aug. 26, 2023. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)]
[Image: Southern California quarterback Caleb Williams reacts to a touchdown by quarterback Miller Moss against San Jose State in Los Angeles, Saturday, Aug. 26, 2023. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)]
[Image: Southern California quarterback Caleb Williams throws a touchdown to wide receiver Dorian Singer, Saturday, Aug. 26, 2023, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)]
Note: This article was written by Ryan Gaydos, a senior editor for Fox News Digital.
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