Overview

• Matthews was injured with 42 seconds left in the second quarter while tackling USC running back Waymond Jordan in the red zone.
• Teammates signaled for help as trainers cut off his jersey, immobilized him on a backboard and carted him off, and he appeared to give a thumbs-up.
• Fox’s broadcast reported he was transported to a Level 1 trauma center at Los Angeles General Medical Center.
• USC scored on the first play after the delay and led 24-10 at halftime.
• Michigan State’s other starting linebacker, Jordan Hall, was ejected in the second quarter for targeting.