Despite looking strong to start the season, the USC Trojans defense had trouble stopping Michigan's ground attack in USC's first loss of the year.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Pretty much every college football analyst expected Michigan football to lose to USC on Saturday, but they play the games for a reason.

USC showed some toughness, but the Trojans will need to play clean football the rest of the way if they hope to achieve their goals.