Trojans keep CFP hopes alive
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The No. 17 USC Trojans improve to 8-2 on the season after their 26-21 win over No. 21 Iowa, and enter their final road contest at No. 8 Oregon on Nov. 22. To close out the season, the Trojans will host crosstown,
The Trojans are developing a ‘very tough’ culture to prove their power in the Big Ten Conference and, possibly, beyond.
Going through USC's big passing plays against Iowa, not one was against soft coverage. Plus, how did the makeshift O-line hurt Iowa's chances?
The next man up mentality is something the USC Trojans have relied on throughout the season as the injuries continue to pile up. The standard remains the standa
USC's path to College Football Playoff field: What Trojans must do to earn berth in 2025 CFP bracket
USC faces a tricky path to the CFP even if it wins out, largely because of its October loss at Notre Dame. The Fighting Irish are currently in the field, and if both teams finish undefeated, that head-to-head defeat could create a dilemma for the selection committee, potentially leaving the Trojans on the outside despite a strong finish.
On Saturday, Oregon will host USC inside Autzen Stadium. The game will be Oregon and USC’s first meeting since joining the Big Ten. Oregon defeated USC 36-27 when they last met in 2023.
The USC Trojans got a complete team effort in the second half en route to their 26-21 comeback win over the Iowa Hawkeyes. USC quarterback Jayden Maiava was honest about what it took for the Trojans to outscore Iowa 16-0 in their second-half comeback.