FBALL: IOWA 49, USC 24

Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Tyrone Tracy Jr. (3) and quarterback Nate Stanley (4) celebrate after scoring against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Tyrone Tracy Jr. (3) and quarterback Nate Stanley (4) celebrate after scoring against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette (6) celebrates after scoring on a kick return against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette (6) celebrates after scoring on a kick return against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes defensive end A.J. Epenesa (94) causes a fumble against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes defensive end A.J. Epenesa (94) causes a fumble against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes offensive lineman Tyler Linderbaum (65) leads the way for quarterback Nate Stanley (4) against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes offensive lineman Tyler Linderbaum (65) leads the way for quarterback Nate Stanley (4) against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes defensive tackle Daviyon Nixon (54) celebrates a turnover against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes defensive tackle Daviyon Nixon (54) celebrates a turnover against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

The Iowa Hawkeyes do the Hokey Pokey in the locker room to honor the late Hayden Fry following their win against USC in the Holiday Bowl Saturday, December 28, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

The Iowa Hawkeyes do the Hokey Pokey in the locker room to honor the late Hayden Fry following their win against USC in the Holiday Bowl Saturday, December 28, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

The Iowa Hawkeyes do the Hokey Pokey in the locker room to honor the late Hayden Fry following their win against USC in the Holiday Bowl Saturday, December 28, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

The Iowa Hawkeyes do the Hokey Pokey in the locker room to honor the late Hayden Fry following their win against USC in the Holiday Bowl Saturday, December 28, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes offensive lineman Tristan Wirfs (74) blocks for wide receiver Tyrone Tracy Jr. (3) on his way to a touchdown against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes offensive lineman Tristan Wirfs (74) blocks for wide receiver Tyrone Tracy Jr. (3) on his way to a touchdown against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Tyrone Tracy Jr. (3) scores against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Tyrone Tracy Jr. (3) scores against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes running back Tyler Goodson (15) celebrates a touchdown against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes running back Tyler Goodson (15) celebrates a touchdown against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes head coach Kirk Ferentz is presented with the Holiday Bowl trophy following their win against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes head coach Kirk Ferentz is presented with the Holiday Bowl trophy following their win against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes defensive tackle Daviyon Nixon (54) holds the Holiday Bowl trophy following their win against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes defensive tackle Daviyon Nixon (54) holds the Holiday Bowl trophy following their win against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes linebacker Kristian Welch (34) celebrates after recovering a fumble against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes linebacker Kristian Welch (34) celebrates after recovering a fumble against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes linebacker Kristian Welch (34) celebrates after recovering a fumble against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes linebacker Kristian Welch (34) celebrates after recovering a fumble against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

The Iowa Hawkeyes celebrate their win against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

The Iowa Hawkeyes celebrate their win against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

The Iowa Hawkeyes sing the Fight Song after their win against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

The Iowa Hawkeyes sing the Fight Song after their win against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette (6) dances as they celebrate their win against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette (6) dances as they celebrate their win against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette (6) scores a touchdown against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette (6) scores a touchdown against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes offensive lineman Tristan Wirfs (74) celebrates with the Holiday Bowl trophy following their win against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes offensive lineman Tristan Wirfs (74) celebrates with the Holiday Bowl trophy following their win against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes offensive lineman Tristan Wirfs (74) celebrates with the Holiday Bowl trophy following their win against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes offensive lineman Tristan Wirfs (74) celebrates with the Holiday Bowl trophy following their win against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes offensive lineman Tristan Wirfs (74) celebrates with the Holiday Bowl trophy following their win against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes offensive lineman Tristan Wirfs (74) celebrates with the Holiday Bowl trophy following their win against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes offensive lineman Tristan Wirfs (74) hugs defensive back Geno Stone (9) after their win against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes offensive lineman Tristan Wirfs (74) hugs defensive back Geno Stone (9) after their win against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

The Parker Family against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

The Parker Family against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette (6) returns a kick for a touchdown against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette (6) returns a kick for a touchdown against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette (6) returns a kick for a touchdown against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette (6) returns a kick for a touchdown against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette (6) returns a kick for a touchdown against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette (6) returns a kick for a touchdown against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes offensive lineman Tristan Wirfs (74) blocks as running back Tyler Goodson (15) scores against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes offensive lineman Tristan Wirfs (74) blocks as running back Tyler Goodson (15) scores against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes running back Tyler Goodson (15) celebrates with tight end Sam LaPorta (84) after scoring against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes running back Tyler Goodson (15) celebrates with tight end Sam LaPorta (84) after scoring against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Brandon Smith (12) catches a touchdown pass against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Brandon Smith (12) catches a touchdown pass against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback Nate Stanley (4) celebrates a touchdown pass against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback Nate Stanley (4) celebrates a touchdown pass against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

The Iowa Hawkeyes sing the Fight Song after their win against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

The Iowa Hawkeyes sing the Fight Song after their win against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes linebacker Kristian Welch (34) against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes linebacker Kristian Welch (34) against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

The Iowa Hawkeyes swarm onto the field against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

The Iowa Hawkeyes swarm onto the field against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette (6) against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette (6) against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Tyrone Tracy Jr. (3) against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Tyrone Tracy Jr. (3) against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Tyrone Tracy Jr. (3) scores against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Tyrone Tracy Jr. (3) scores against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback Nate Stanley (4) against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback Nate Stanley (4) against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Herky The Hawk waves to the Stead Family ChildrenÕs Hospital at the end of the first quarter against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Herky The Hawk waves to the Stead Family ChildrenÕs Hospital at the end of the first quarter against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

The Iowa Hawkeyes wave to the Stead Family ChildrenÕs Hospital at the end of the first quarter against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

The Iowa Hawkeyes wave to the Stead Family ChildrenÕs Hospital at the end of the first quarter against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes tight end Sam LaPorta (84) against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes tight end Sam LaPorta (84) against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette (6) against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette (6) against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes running back Tyler Goodson (15) against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes running back Tyler Goodson (15) against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes defensive end A.J. Epenesa (94) gets a sack against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Iowa Hawkeyes defensive end A.J. Epenesa (94) gets a sack against USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday, December 27, 2019 at San Diego Community Credit Union Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)