Missouri State, which was an FCS team before this season, squeaked out a field goal in its first drive of the game and had the confidence to attempt a reverse flea flicker on its next possession, but USC’s defense sniffed out the play and pushed the Bears back 11 yards.
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Haley Sawyer,
Oc Register,
31 Aug. 2025
Even the smallest tendencies get sniffed out quickly.
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