South Florida defeated San Jose State 41-39 in the Hawaii Bowl on Christmas Eve at Clarence T.C. Ching Complex.

This game going to 5 overtimes, with USF ending the game with a defensive stop to win the Hawaii Bowl.

San Jose State finishes with 441 total yards to USF's 291 yards.

The Bulls defense forcing two turnovers in this game.

USF took a 21-10 lead at halftime, but the Spartans came back to take the 24-20 lead in the 4th quarter, but this one ending up tied at the end of regulation at 27 a piece.

USF and San Jose State ends their seasons 7 and 6.

Sean Atkins earns Hawaii Bowl Player of the Game with 14 targets, 11 receptions and 104 yards.