USC Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava made his first start for the Trojans on Saturday afternoon. How did he fare in the Trojans 28-20 win over Nebraska Cornhuskers?

Nine plays in, USC’s much-ballyhooed QB change had begun in disaster with an airmailed pick-six, and Lincoln Riley rested his hand on his young quarterback’s shoulder-pad on the sidelines and spoke in sweet reassurances.

Lincoln Riley needs to approach the final stretch of the season as if he's coaching for his USC life, and Jayden Maiava could be the player who saves him.

Maiava was a three-star prospect in the 2022 recruiting cycle with only two FBS offers. Now, he's the starting QB at USC.

Jayden Maiava shows his skill but also his inexperience as USC overcomes miscues to defeat Nebraska 28-20 and move closer to qualifying for a bowl game.

USC’s Greedy Vance Jr. iced the Trojans’ 28-20 win against Nebraska with an interception of Huskers quarterback Dylan Raiola.

All eyes will be on USC Trojans redshirt sophomore quarterback Jayden Maiava when he makes his first start of the season Saturday against the Nebraska Cornhuske

Here's what you need to know about new USC starting quarterback Jayden Maiava, and why Trojans coach Lincoln Riley benched Miller Moss