USC Trojans to Face San José State in 2026 Season Opener
The University of Southern California Trojans will open their 2026 football campaign against the San José State Spartans on Saturday August 29 at the historic L A Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles California
Kickoff is scheduled for noon Pacific Time giving fans a full day of pre‑game analysis and post‑game reactions The contest marks a rare meeting between a Big Ten program and a Mountain West opponent adding a narrative of contrast between the Power Five and the Group of Five
NBC will carry the game live with streaming available through NBC com live and Peacock For those who prefer radio ESPN LA 710 AM will provide play‑by‑play commentary alongside a lineup of former players including Shaun Cody Su a Cravens Nelson Agholor Keely Eure and Jordan Moore The broadcast will also be accessible via the USC Gameday App Varsity App and SiriusXM satellite radio
Tickets go on sale at fifty dollars making the event affordable for a broad fan base Attendees can download the USC Trojans Gameday App to manage tickets receive real‑time updates and watch live broadcasts from any device Spanish‑language commentary will begin thirty minutes before kickoff on the same digital platforms broadening the game’s reach
Beyond the stadium fans can follow the action on social media through @uscfb and @USC_Athletics on X where highlights behind‑the‑scenes content and interactive polls will keep the conversation alive The game represents more than a season opener it is a showcase of college football’s expanding national footprint