On Saturday, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish (11-0) will take on the USC Trojans (5-6) in the Los Angeles Coliseum. Kickoff is schedule for 8 pm ET. With Notre Dame looking like National Championship contenders and currently ranked No. 3 per the latest College Football Playoff Rankings, and USC needing a win just to become bowl-eligible, this will be a fun one to watch this weekend.

According to OddsShark.com, Notre Dame is an 11-point favorite over USC.

The Fighting Irish are coming off a 36-3 victory in Yankee Stadium over Syracuse, while the Trojans lost 34-27 to UCLA. Both teams continue to head in opposite directions heading into the season-finale.

Regarding the tale of the tape, let’s take a look at the statistical difference between both teams. Notre Dame is averaging 34.6 points per game, while USC is averaging 26.9. The Irish also have the edge in passing yards per game at 257 to 239. Notre Dame also leads in rushing yards per game at 196 to 138. Defensively, Notre Dame is only giving up an average of 17 points per game, while USC allows 27 points per game. Notre Dame is giving up 27 less passing yards and 31 less rushing yards.

During its 11-0 start, Notre Dame has quality wins over Michigan, Stanford, Virginia Tech, Northwestern, Florida State and Syracuse. On the flip side, USC has wins over Washington State and Arizona, but losses to Stanford, Texas, Utah and a few others.

Let’s dive into the stats. Quarterback Ian Book is 175 of 241 (72.6 percent) for 2,116 yards, 17 touchdowns and 5 interceptions. Running back Dexter Williams leads the way with 126 carries for 844 yards (6.7 yards per carry) and 11 scores. Wide receiver Miles Boykin has 51 catches for 730 yards and 8 touchdowns. Defensively, linebacker Te’von Coney has 99 total tackles. Defensive end Julian Okwara leads the way with 10.5 tackles for loss. Defensive tackle Jerry Tillery is on top with 7 sacks. Safety Jalen Elliott has the lead with 4 interceptions.

For USC, quarterback JT Daniels is 179 of 312 (57.3 percent) for 2,323 yards, 13 touchdowns and 10 interceptions. Running back Aca'Cedric Ware leads the way with 112 carries for 776 yards and 6 scores. Running back Vavae Malepeai has 7 touchdowns on the ground. Wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown has the most catches at 50, Michael Pittman has the most yards at 667, as well as the most touchdowns with 6. Defensively, linebacker Cameron Smith has 69 total tackles. Despite missing most of the year, linebacker Porter Gustin still leads with 10 tackles for loss. Defensive backs Ajene Harris, Marvell Tell III and Isaiah Langley each have an interception this year.

Notre Dame vs. USC will kickoff at 8 pm ET and the game will be aired on ABC.