⚡ CFB Dashboard

It's the day before the day, so it's time to identify some keys for No. 20 Oregon's Big Ten opener at USC. The Ducks are coming off a record-breaking 84-0 win over Portland State. That win followed a devastating loss at Oklahoma State though. USC is unbeaten this year, with wins over San Jose State, Fresno State, Louisiana and Rutgers. Kickoff is set for 4:30 PM and will be aired on NBC. Each week I identify five things that will be key to Oregon pulling out the win. These are things we believe will be worth your time to follow on Saturday, and that when the smoke clears will prove pivotal to the game's final outcome. So, here are five keys for the Ducks picking up their third victory of the 2026 season over the USC Trojans on Saturday in Los Angeles.