Trojans Triumph in High-Scoring Showdown: USC Football Beats Colorado 48-41

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Caleb Williams' Stellar Performance

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Early Dominance

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Colorado's Resilience

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Trojans' Historical Edge

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Heisman Winner's Precision

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Diverse Scoring

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Shedeur Sanders' Efforts

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Buffaloes' Special Teams Woes

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What's Next for USC

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