A rivalry reborn
The biggest game for USC this season will be against the Oregon Ducks, a rivalry that has become more important since both teams left the Pac‑12.
In recent years the Ducks have held the edge, posting a string of victories that have kept the Trojans chasing.
A win for USC could set the tone for their season and potentially help them reach the College Football Playoff.
The matchup will feature a quarterback duel between Oregon’s Dante Moore and USC’s Jayden Maiava, two of the most talked‑about signal‑callers in the nation.
Coaches Lincoln Riley and Dan Lanning will be watching closely, each hoping their offensive schemes can exploit the other's weaknesses.
Scheduled for Week 4 of the upcoming season, the game arrives at a critical juncture for both programs as they look to cement their places among the country's elite.