USC prepares for crucial matchup against Oregon this weekend
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 11:42 AM
Last updated Sep 24, 2026
USC football will face Oregon on September 26, 2026, in a pivotal game. Coach Gary Patterson is expected to exploit mismatches against Oregon’s offensive coordinator Drew Mehringer. With a strong emphasis on defensive strategy, USC aims to capitalize on Oregon's tendencies revealed through film study. A win could reshape the Trojans' season, while a loss would have serious repercussions.
- •USC plays Oregon on September 26, 2026.
- •Gary Patterson is favored to outmaneuver Drew Mehringer.
- •Defensive strategies may hinge on Oregon's play tendencies.
- •A USC victory could redefine their season trajectory.
- 11:42 AMYahoo Sports — If USC does beat Oregon, one reason is likely to rise above others
"On paper, Gary Patterson versus Oregon offensive coordinator Drew Mehringer looks like a mismatch. This is where USC must pounce
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