1965 USC Trojans football team
The 1965 USC Trojans football team represented the University of Southern California in the 1965 NCAA University Division football season. In their sixth year under head coach John McKay, the Trojans compiled a 7–2–1 record, finished in second place in the Athletic Association of Western Universities, and outscored their opponents by a combined total of 262 to 92. The team was ranked #10 in the final AP Poll and #9 in the final Coaches Poll.
Quarterback Troy Winslow led the team in passing, completing 78 of 128 passes for 1,019 yards with 11 touchdowns and 9 interceptions. Mike Garrett won the Heisman Trophy and led the team in rushing with 267 carries for 1,440 yards and 13 touchdowns. Dave Moton led the team in receiving with 29 catches for 493 yards and five touchdowns.Schedule
Game summaries
UCLA
Wyoming
Statistics
- Receiving: David Moton 5 receptions, 181 yards, 3 TD
The following players were drafted into professional football following the season.
| Player | Position | Round | Pick | Franchise |
| Rod Sherman | Halfback | 4 | 54 | Baltimore Colts |
| Jeff Smith | Defensive End | 10 | 151 | New York Giants |
| Ed King | Linebacker | 13 | 198 | Green Bay Packers |
| Bob Miller | Tackle | 14 | 211 | Detroit Lions |
| Dave Moton | End | 19 | 288 | Green Bay Packers |
Awards and honors
