USC faces tough matchup against Indiana amid playoff implications
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 8:59 PM
Last updated Nov 13, 2026
USC is set to face Indiana on Saturday, November 14, 2026, in a critical clash with playoff implications. Indiana, the reigning national champions, seeks to enhance its College Football Playoff ranking, having recently fallen due to concerns about their strength of schedule. The Hoosiers boast a formidable defense, allowing just 12.4 points per game, particularly excelling against the run with only 75 rushing yards surrendered on average. In contrast, USC's offense has struggled this season, ranking 107th in FBS for rushing, making them reliant on their passing game in a challenging atmosphere.
- •Game scheduled for November 14, 2026, in Bloomington, Indiana.
- •Indiana allows just 12.4 points per game this season.
- •USC ranks 107th in FBS rushing offense in 2026.
- •USC has a 4-8 record in road games outside Los Angeles over three seasons.
- •Indiana's defense aims to neutralize USC's passing game.
- 8:59 PMYahoo Sports — One harsh reality USC is about to face against Indiana
"Indiana needs to beat USC to impress the College Football Playoff committee.
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