Will Johnson delivers 2nd pick-6 of 2024 in major momentum swing vs. USC

Trojans upset over 2021 Heisman favorite Caleb Williams and No. 5 Trojans, 41-38

Bruins defense holds Trojans to 10 points in 2nd half after allowing 28 in the first

LOS ANGELES -- There's no debate who the top player in college football is right now. Caleb Williams, the 2021 Heisman Trophy winner, was once again spectacular Saturday night against UCLA, throwing for 462 yards and four touchdowns. But the Trojans' 5-0 start and No. 5 ranking wasn't enough to overcome a dynamic performance by UCLA defenseman Will Johnson. Johnson delivered his second pick-6 of the 2022 season, a 30-yard return early in the fourth quarter to give UCLA a 34-28 lead. The Bruins never trailed again. "Will Johnson is having an unbelievable year," said UCLA head coach Chip Kelly. "He's a special player and he's a big reason why we're 5-0." The Trojans entered the game as 14-point favorites. But their defense was dominated by UCLA's running game, which rushed for 283 yards and three touchdowns. "We didn't play very well on defense tonight," said USC head coach Lincoln Riley. "We gave up too many big plays." The Bruins improved to 5-0 on the season with the victory. The Trojans fell to 5-1. Here are three key takeaways from the game: * **Will Johnson is a star:** The sophomore safety now has two pick-6es on the season and is one of the most dynamic defenders in the country. He's a big reason why UCLA's defense is one of the best in the country. * **UCLA's running game is unstoppable:** The Bruins rushed for 283 yards and three touchdowns against a USC defense that entered the game allowing just 84 rushing yards per game. Zach Charbonnet led the way with 167 yards and two touchdowns. * **USC's defense needs to improve:** The Trojans gave up too many big plays on defense against UCLA. They allowed the Bruins to convert 10 of 17 third downs and 3 of 4 fourth downs.