The 2023 Holiday Bowl, featuring the Louisville Cardinals against the USC Trojans, promises to be an exciting match-up. The game is scheduled for December 27, 2023, at Petco Park in San Diego, California, and will be televised on FOX at 8 p.m. ET.
Louisville, having a strong season with a 10-3 record, has shown solid performance on both offense and defense. They average 30.9 points per game and have a robust defense that allows only 19.7 points per game. Key players for Louisville include quarterback Jack Plummer, who has passed for 3,063 yards, 21 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions, and leading rusher Jawhar Jordan, with 1,128 rushing yards and 13 touchdowns.
USC, on the other hand, had a somewhat disappointing season with a 7-5 record. Their high-scoring offense, averaging 41.7 points per game, will face challenges as star quarterback Caleb Williams won’t be playing in the bowl game. Miller Moss is expected to start in his place. USC’s defense has been a concern, conceding 34.9 points per game.
Louisville is currently favored to win, with the point spread at Louisville -7.5 and the over/under for total points scored set at around 57.5. The absence of key players due to opt-outs and transfers, especially for USC, adds an interesting dynamic to the game.
For more detailed analysis and predictions, you can check out sources like Vegas Insider, VSiN, and The Game Haus. Each provides a comprehensive look at the teams’ performances, key players, and what to expect from this exciting bowl game.