USC visits struggling Rutgers in Big Ten opener this weekend
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 11:58 AM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
USC football will take on Rutgers in its 2026 Big Ten opener on Saturday. Rutgers has struggled significantly this season, with two losses, including a surprising defeat at home to UMass, where they lost despite being favored by 30 points. Following a loss to Boston College, Rutgers is facing challenges under new leadership, and their performance has put them at the bottom of the Power Four conference standings. The matchup against USC comes at a critical time for the Scarlet Knights as they seek to improve their season.
- •USC and Rutgers will meet on September 17, 2026.
- •Rutgers lost to UMass and Boston College this season.
- •Rutgers is considered one of the worst teams in the Power Four.
- •USC looks to capitalize on Rutgers' struggles at home.
- 11:58 AMYahoo Sports — USC's next opponent might be the worst Power Four team in America
"Rutgers has already fallen to the bottom of the college football world in two weeks. The Scarlet Knights look utterly hapless in 2026
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