ESPN reflects on the Bush Push play from USC-Notre Dame rivalry
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 6:39 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
ESPN continues to highlight the iconic Bush Push play from the 2005 USC-Notre Dame game, 21 years after it occurred. In a dramatic finish, USC quarterback Matt Leinart attempted to score a last-second touchdown, only for running back Reggie Bush to push him into the end zone, leading to a 32-31 victory for USC. This play has become a focal point in the rivalry's history and is celebrated as a defining moment in college football. The ongoing coverage underscores the lasting significance of the event in sports culture.
- •Bush Push play occurred during the 2005 USC-Notre Dame game.
- •USC scored a last-second touchdown to win 32-31.
- •Play became emblematic of the rivalry between USC and Notre Dame.
- •ESPN's continued coverage reflects its enduring significance.
- •Highlights the iconic nature of pivotal football moments.
- 6:39 PMYahoo Sports — ESPN is still writing about the Bush Push, 21 years after it happened
"It is simply an iconic play from an epic, consequential, and unforgettable college football game. The Bush Push will live forever
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