USC football defeats San Jose State 42-26 in 2026 season opener

USC opened its 2026 football season on Saturday with a 42-26 victory over San Jose State at the Coliseum. Quarterback Jayden Maiava credited the team’s off-season preparation and practice chemistry for the offensive performance. Defensive lineman Jide Abasiri cited the high intensity of the home opener, though he noted the defense allowed too much ground late in the contest. Abasiri emphasized the need for consistent execution after the team allowed points following its initial scoring surge. The Trojans finished the game with a 1-0 record to begin the year. Moving forward, the team intends to address lapses in intensity to maintain defensive pressure for the duration of future matchups.

• 11:03 AMYahoo Sports — Jayden Maiava, Jide Abasiri discuss USC’s victory over San Jose State