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On This Day 16 Years Ago: USC Loses To Texas In National Title Game
The Trojans entered the national championship game as favorites over the Longhorns, who were led by quarterback Vince Young. USC, led by head coach Pete Carroll, Heisman Trophy winners Matt Leinart and running back Reggie Bush, was looking to lock up its third consecutive Bowl Championship Series trophy.