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Illinois at USC
Jan 1, 2008 • Completed
Away
Illinois
Big Ten

Final Score
17 - 49

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Game Story
USC routs Illinois 49-17
USC finished ahead of Illinois 49-17 on Jan 2, 2008. The result came in week 1 of the 2007 season.
USC finished ahead of Illinois 49-17 on Jan 2, 2008. The result came in week 1 of the 2007 season.
USC built the decisive edge with a 32-point margin, turning the box score into a comfortable win.
The statistical profile was led by total yards: USC 633; Illinois 445. Another key split was passing yards: USC 309; Illinois 330.
Stat Callouts
Total yards
USC 633; Illinois 445
Passing yards
USC 309; Illinois 330
Rushing yards
USC 344; Illinois 144
Turnovers
USC 1; Illinois 4
First downs
USC 30; Illinois 19
Possession time
USC 18:08; Illinois 17:40
Third downs
USC 6-13; Illinois 4-14
Completions-attempts
USC 26-38; Illinois 22-36
Analysis
Game Breakdown
| Statistic | USC | Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 633 | 445 |
| Passing Yards | 309 | 330 |
| Rushing Yards | 344 | 144 |
| First Downs | 30 | 19 |
| Third Down Efficiency | 6-13 | 4-14 |
| Fourth Down Efficiency | 0-0 | 0-1 |
| Total Penalties (Yards) | 11-130 | 6-66 |
| Turnovers | 1 | 4 |
| Completions / Attempts | 26-38 | 22-36 |
| Rushing Attempts | 43 | 37 |
| Passing TDs | 4 | 1 |
| Rushing TDs | 3 | 1 |
| Kicking Points | 7 | 5 |
| Possession Time | 18:08 | 17:40 |