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Game Preview Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Usc Trojans
The USC Trojans travel to Lincoln for a Saturday night Big Ten showdown against the Nebraska Cornhuskers. Both teams aim to remain near the top of the conference standings as contrasting styles collide — USC’s explosive aerial offense versus Nebraska’s disciplined, defensive approach.
USC enters ranked 23rd in the AP Poll with a 5-2 record, while Nebraska sits 6-2 after a 28-21 win over Northwestern. The Cornhuskers’ defense, which allows only 19.6 points per game, will face its toughest test yet against a Trojans unit averaging 42.4 points and 530 total yards per contest.
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Oddsmakers opened USC as a 6.5-point road favorite with a moneyline around -243 and an over/under near 59.5 points. Nebraska is +199 on the moneyline and +6.5 against the spread. Early action leaned toward the over, reflecting both teams’ offensive capability and recent scoring trends.
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USC Trojans Outlook
The USC Trojans look to rebound after a 34-24 loss at Notre Dame, their lowest-scoring performance of the season. Quarterback Jayden Maiava threw for 328 yards but completed just 52.4 percent of passes, snapping a four-game streak without an interception.
USC ranks 13th nationally in scoring (297 points) and 16th in passing offense (2,283 yards). Maiava’s 2,180 passing yards lead the team, while wideout Makai Lemon averages 108.3 yards per game, second in the nation. Defensively, the Trojans rank top-10 in both sacks (21) and interceptions (9), a combination that can swing field position quickly.
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USC Trojans Injury Report
Eli Sanders – Out (Knee)
Prophet Brown – Questionable (Undisclosed)
Kilian O’Connor – Questionable (Undisclosed)
Elijah Paige – Questionable (Undisclosed)
Jamaal Jarrett – Questionable (Undisclosed)
Caden Chittenden – Questionable (Undisclosed)
Zacharyus Williams – Questionable (Undisclosed)
Chasen Johnson – Out (Knee)
Waymond Jordan – Out (Ankle)
Floyd Boucard – Questionable (Undisclosed)
Nebraska Cornhuskers Outlook
The Nebraska Cornhuskers enter off a 28-21 win over Northwestern, powered by a defense that generated two interceptions and held the Wildcats to 21 points. Quarterback Dylan Raiola threw for 141 yards but has struggled with turnovers lately, tossing six interceptions in his past five games.
Nebraska ranks 21st nationally in points scored (280) and 20th in passing yards (2,179). Running back Emmett Johnson leads the ground game with 837 yards, while receiver Nyziah Hunter adds 525 yards through the air. Defensively, the Cornhuskers are among the nation’s best in takeaways, ranking sixth in interceptions and fifth in fumbles recovered.
Nebraska Cornhuskers Injury Report
Janiran Bonner (WR) – Out
Gage Stenger (LB) – Out
Malcolm Hartzog Jr. (DB) – Questionable
Gunnar Gottula (OL) – Questionable
Mac Markway (TE) – Out (Knee)
Demitrius Bell (WR) – Questionable (Knee)
Blye Hill (DB) – Out (Knee)
Conor Connealy (DL) – Out
Gibson Pyle (OL) – Out (Knee)
Nolan Fennessy (OL) – Out
Trent Uhlir (RB) – Out
Julian Marks (OL) – Questionable
Key Matchup / Path to Victory
USC’s explosive passing game will test Nebraska’s disciplined secondary. If Maiava connects early with Lemon and keeps the Cornhuskers’ safeties honest, the Trojans can regain offensive rhythm. Nebraska must slow the tempo, win on third down, and force Maiava into tight windows. Expect a battle of ball control versus quick-strike efficiency.
Betting Trends
- USC is 4-0 straight up after a loss since 2024.
- USC is 4-0 ATS after a loss since 2024.
- USC is 22-8 SU as a favorite since 2022.
- Nebraska is 7-0 to the over in home games since 2024.
- Nebraska is 6-1 to the over in all 2025 games.
- Nebraska is 9-3 SU in its last 12 home contests.
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Prediction
USC’s offensive ceiling remains one of the highest in the Big Ten, and Nebraska’s turnover issues could be costly against a team that capitalizes quickly. Expect the Trojans to attack vertically and maintain a comfortable margin despite Nebraska’s defensive effort.
Projected Score: USC 35, Nebraska 27
Best Bet: USC -6.5
Total Lean: Over 59.5
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