regardless of the vast difference in the two teams records. You can't discount how bad USC wants to screw up ND's season not only for the fact that it would be sticking it to their most hated rival, but they'd also be keeping them from the playoffs which is likely a much bigger driver for the Trojan's.
I think ND wins but would not be surprised if it's much closer than expected. I hope we blow USC out, but we have to come prepared.