USC football faces tough early-season schedule in 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 1:48 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
CBS Sports has identified USC's early-season three-game stretch in 2026 as the 12th-toughest in college football. The Trojans will face Oregon, Washington, and Penn State in a critical gauntlet that is pivotal for their season. Oregon's offensive pace will challenge USC's secondary, which features new additions. Following this stretch, the Trojans will also host Ohio State and travel to Wisconsin. Success in these early matchups is crucial for USC's aspirations this season.
- •USC's three-game stretch includes Oregon, Washington, and Penn State.
- •This sequence is ranked as the 12th-toughest in the nation.
- •Oregon's game is seen as a defining moment for USC's season.
- •USC also has upcoming games against Ohio State and Wisconsin.
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