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.