Instant reactions to the Texas A&M football team’s loss against USC in the Las Vegas Bowl

Dec 27, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) throws the ball against Southern California Trojans cornerback John Humphrey (19) in the first half at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Despite being in command with a 17-point second half lead, the Texas A&M football team was unable to finish the job against USC in the Las Vegas Bowl.

The Aggies (8-5) lost to the Trojans (7-6) by a final score of 35-31 on Friday night at Allegiant Stadium in Sin City. USC won the contest with eight seconds left on a 10-play drive over 75 yards that took 101 seconds.

Ja’Kobi Lane led the way for the Trojans. The sophomore wide receiver tallied seven receptions for 127 yards and three touchdowns.

Texas A&M starting quarterback Marcel Reed completed 25-of-41 pass attempts for 257 yards, three TD and two interceptions. The redshirt freshman rushed nine times for 46 yards and a tuddy.

The Aggies conclude Mike Elko’s first season as head coach on a three-game losing streak.

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Publish date : 2024-12-28 07:31:00

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