USC quarterback Cody Kessler not concerned about statistics, only wins

USC quarterback Cody Kessler’s performance against Stanford did not compare statistically to his game against Fresno State.

But Kessler is not complaining.

He led the No. 9 Trojans to victories in both games and has not had a pass intercepted.

“I pride myself on not turning the ball over,” he said Tuesday.

Last season, Kessler passed for 20 touchdowns, with seven interceptions.

Against Fresno State, he completed 25 of 37 passes for a career-best 394 yards and four touchdowns. He was 15 of 22 for 135 yards against Stanford.

The 135 yards was his fewest since he became the full-time starter in the third game of last season.

“I could throw for 20 yards and still win the game,” he said. “And if that’s what’s going to happen that’s fine with me.

“I’m not a stats guy. I’m not worried about stats. The biggest result for me is the win-loss record, and the stats will come.”