USC 47 Pittsburgh 14
Southern California (9-2) defeats Pittsburgh (9-0) as Dr. John "Jock" Sutherland suffers one of his most decisive career losses, 47-14. The victory introduces Howard Jones to Rose Bowl history, his first of five without a setback. Trojan star is "Racehorse" Russ Saunders who fires three touchdown passes after also stopping Pitt's Toby Uansa from scoring on an early 69-yard run. Saunders also gains 67 yards running. His favorite receiver is Harry Edelson, who has two touchdown catches. Other Trojan stars include Erny Pinckert, Gaius Shaver, Marshall Duffield, Garrett Arbelhide, Francis Tappaan and Bob Hall.