USC aims to overcome Oregon in pivotal matchup this season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 2:30 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
USC's football team is set to face Oregon in a crucial game with playoff and Big Ten implications. The matchup, taking place at Autzen Stadium, also serves as a test for head coach Lincoln Riley against Oregon's Dan Lanning. Additionally, it marks a chance for USC to move past the transfer of defensive tackle Bear Alexander, who joined the Ducks. This game is not only about playoff positioning but also about overcoming the distraction of former player Alexander's presence at Oregon.
- •USC faces Oregon with playoff implications on August 28, 2026.
- •Lincoln Riley's leadership is tested against Dan Lanning's Ducks.
- •Bear Alexander's transfer to Oregon adds personal stakes for USC.
- •The game is crucial for USC's strategy moving forward.
- 2:30 PMYahoo Sports — USC season preview: Beating Oregon is about more than the playoff
"The USC-Oregon game matters mostly for its playoff implications, but the Trojans also need to put the Bear Alexander saga behind them
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