USC travels to Rutgers for Big Ten opener on Saturday
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
No. 12-ranked USC (3-0) visits Rutgers (0-2) for its first Big Ten game of the season on Saturday at 12:30 p.m. PT. The Trojans look to maintain their undefeated record after a 49-30 victory over Louisiana. Quarterback Jayden Maiava has thrown for 261 yards and five touchdowns in his last outing, while Rutgers seeks to improve after two straight losses., USC will be without freshman receiver Trent Mosley, which could impact their receiving options. The matchup marks the first conference test for both teams this year.
- •USC seeks to remain undefeated in its Big Ten opener against Rutgers.
- •Rutgers has lost its last two games and ranks last in turnovers.
- •Jayden Maiava has a career-high five touchdowns in his last game.
- •USC's Trent Mosley is out for this game due to injury.
- •Kickoff is set for Saturday at SHI Stadium in Piscataway.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — USC heads cross-country for Big Ten opener at Rutgers
"The Trojans take their longest trip of the season to Piscataway, looking to remain undefeated and set the tone in conference play.
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