USC veterans talk Notre Dame atmosphere, finishing plays on offense

Erik-McKinneyby:Erik McKinney10/20/21

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USC Trojans running back Vavae Malepeai (29) battles with Notre Dame Fighting Irish linebacker Asmar Bilal (22) in game action during a game between Notre Dame Fighting Irish and the USC Trojans on October 12, 2019 at Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend, IN. (Photo by Robin Alam/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

USC's last regular-season road loss came more than two calendar years ago at Notre Dame Stadium. In that one, the Fighting Irish held a 20-3 lead early in the third quarter before holding on for a 30-27 win.