Two legendary programs meet in the must-see game of the day. Here's a look at the Holiday Bow, pitting Nebraska of the Big Ten against Southern California of the Pac-12 . (All times ET)
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Matchup: Nebraska Cornhuskers (9-3, Big Ten) vs. USC Trojans (8-4, Pac-12)
Site: Qualcomm Stadium (San Diego, Calif.)
When: Dec. 27, 8 p.m.
TV: ESPN
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Series: USC leads all-time series, 2-0.
Last meeting: USC won, 49-31 (Sept. 15, 2007).
Coaches: Mike Riley (Nebraska), Steve Sarkisian (USC)
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Common opponents: Fresno State (Nebraska: W 55-19; USC: W 52-13)
Players to watch: Two traditional powers aren’t quite where they want to be. This will be the last chance to watch Nebraska senior RB Ameer Abdullah (1,523 yards rushing and 18 total touchdowns this season) in a college uniform. USC junior running back Javorius Allen (1,337 yards rushing and 10 total touchdowns) may also be making his final college appearance.