USC and UCLA face off in critical college football evolution
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 4:10 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
USC and UCLA are in a competitive as both programs pursue success in college football. USC's recent lack of playoff appearances raises questions about its standing in Los Angeles. UCLA, under head coach Bob Chesney, aims to enhance its program and could leverage improved funding to close the gap. The two schools are in a race against time, with USC needing to secure its position before UCLA makes significant strides. The next two seasons are pivotal for both teams as they navigate their futures in the sport.
- •USC has not made the college football playoff recently.
- •UCLA seeks to improve its funding and competitive status.
- •Bob Chesney could lead UCLA to notable progress by 2027.
- •Both teams are navigating a critical period in college football.
- •USC must establish dominance to maintain its LA foothold.
- 4:10 PMYahoo Sports — Behind Enemy Lines: USC and UCLA are in a race against the clock
"If USC doesn't make the playoff in the next two seasons, UCLA and Bob Chesney could establish a foothold. It's a race against time - and each other
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