Mark Bowman leads USC to 49-30 victory over Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns

USC freshman tight end Mark Bowman recorded six catches for 83 yards and two touchdowns in a 49-30 win against the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns on September 12, 2026. Playing at The Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Bowman contributed to an early lead that saw the Trojans enter halftime ahead 28-10. Quarterback Jayden Maiava finished with five touchdown passes, finding Bowman for scores in the first and second quarters. The performance is part of an ongoing trend of freshman participation within the USC offense, which also includes contributions from Trent Mosley and Kayden Dixon Wyatt. USC head coach Lincoln Riley cited Bowman’s blocking and ability to gain yards after the catch as key components of the team's offensive success. Bowman remains focused on continued development under the current coaching staff throughout the remainder of the season.

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