USC Trojans Face Wisconsin in Critical Playoff Push

USC Trojans battle road challenges to keep College Football Playoff hopes alive.

Oct 22, 2026

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USC Trojans Face Wisconsin in Critical Playoff Push

USC Trojans battle road challenges to keep College Football Playoff hopes alive.

In brief

USC Trojans battle road challenges to keep College Football Playoff hopes alive. USC Trojans, 6-1, aim to secure College Football Playoff spot after overcoming adversity against Wisconsin. Originally reported by USC Trojans On SI.

USC Wins After Oregon Loss

USC won two games after a disappointing loss to Oregon on Sept. 26.

Third-Quarter Crisis

USC fell behind Washington 21-10 in third quarter on Oct. 3.

Fans Demand Change

Fans Demand Change

Fans inside the Coliseum called for coach Lincoln Riley’s job.

USC Rally Success

USC scored 14 unanswered points to overcome Washington.

Penn State Victory

USC defeated Penn State 31-23 in front of 114,419 fans.

Road Game Strength

USC played their best game away from home since joining Big Ten in 2024.

Playoff Hopes

USC is 6-1 with College Football Playoff hopes still alive.

Injury Report Update

Left tackle Elijah Paige is off injury report ahead of Wisconsin game.

Left Guard Status

Starting left guard Hayden Treter is off injury report.

Questionable Players

Tight end Mark Bowman and defensive lineman Jide Abasiri are questionable.

Wisconsin Game

USC faces Wisconsin on Oct. 24 in Camp Randall.

Road Challenge

USC must avoid stumbling against Wisconsin in tough road environment.

The essence

USC Trojans, 6-1, aim to secure College Football Playoff spot after overcoming adversity against Wisconsin.

Read the original on USC Trojans On SI

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