USC Poised for Strong Start Against San Jose State in Week 0

The 2026 college football season kicks off with USC facing San Jose State in Week 0, where the Trojans are anticipated to deliver a strong performance.

Under Lincoln Riley, USC has consistently excelled against Group of Six opponents, scoring at least 44 points in all seven such matchups since his arrival. The Trojans' offensive strategy often sees them finishing games with significant fourth-quarter scoring, as evidenced by their previous games against Missouri State and Georgia Southern.

San Jose State's defense is undergoing a rebuild after a challenging 2025 season, having lost key players and their defensive coordinator. With a lack of experience in the secondary and a struggling linebacker corps, the Spartans are expected to face difficulties against USC's potent rushing attack.