USC, Iowa and College Football Playoff
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The USC Trojans still control their destiny in the College Football Playoff, but only if USC quarterback Jayden Maiava leads them there. After a midseason dip and rising turnovers, USC now needs its s
The Iowa Hawkeyes and USC Trojans meet Saturday at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, California.
USC's path to College Football Playoff field: What Trojans must do to earn berth in 2025 CFP bracket
USC faces a tricky path to the CFP even if it wins out, largely because of its October loss at Notre Dame. The Fighting Irish are currently in the field, and if both teams finish undefeated, that head-to-head defeat could create a dilemma for the selection committee, potentially leaving the Trojans on the outside despite a strong finish.
The No. 17 USC Trojans will face another Big Ten challenge on Saturday at home against the No. 21 Iowa Hawkeyes. While the Trojans are favored, why could USC's matchup against Iowa be more difficult than many expect?
What does USC need to do to beat Iowa? The Trojans say they will embrace pressure, try to disrupt the Hawkeyes' offense and push to run in the rain.