USC football prepares for 2026 season with depth chart evaluations
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 1:08 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
USC football opens its 2026 season on August 29 against San Jose State. The team’s early schedule includes Fresno State and Louisiana before a critical game against Rutgers on September 19. Coach staff aims to rotate players in the first three games to establish a solid depth chart before facing Oregon on September 26. These early games will provide valuable insights into player roles and performance in preparation for tougher matchups ahead.
- •USC starts the season with games against San Jose State, Fresno State, and Louisiana.
- •Rutgers game is a pivotal Big Ten matchup on September 19.
- •USC coaching staff plans to use early games for player evaluation.
- •The game against Oregon on September 26 is critical for the team's season.
- 1:08 PMYahoo Sports — USC season preview: 2026 schedule gives staff time to make decisions
"The USC depth chart for the season opener on August 29 is a lot less important than the one for Rutgers on September 19. We explain why
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