Taniela Tupou shines in USC Trojans' Week 8 loss to Wisconsin
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 1:11 PM
Last updated Oct 27, 2026

In their Week 8 matchup against Wisconsin, the USC Trojans showcased the talent of freshman tight end Taniela Tupou. He led the team with six receptions for 46 yards and a touchdown, providing a much-needed spark for the offense. Despite the team's struggles, Tupou's performance highlights the potential of the Trojans' young tight ends, including Mark Bowman, who has been sidelined recently. Looking ahead, USC will need to continue integrating both players into their offensive strategies. The Trojans face three more opponents in the coming weeks, emphasizing the importance of their offensive weapons.
- •Taniela Tupou catches 6 passes for 46 yards and 1 touchdown
- •USC Trojans face Wisconsin in Week 8, looking for improvement
- •Mark Bowman, another tight end, is expected to return soon
- •USC must focus on integrating both tight ends moving forward
- 1:11 PMYahoo Sports — A new breakout freshman emerged for the Trojans in Week 8
"The USC Trojans have a bright future at the tight end position with Mark Bowman and Taniela Tupou
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