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USC’s Early Season Test Against San Jose State | USC Trojans Football News
USC kicks off their football season early this Saturday against San Jose State, giving fans a taste of the Trojans before September. Coach Lincoln Riley is pumped to start the season, eager to avoid another week of waiting. With high expectations for a playoff run in 2026, the pressure is on — especially for quarterback Jayden Maiava, who’s aiming to make a statement against a weaker defense and could even be pulled early to give backups a shot. Former TCU coach Gary Patterson is back on defense, bringing his intense, demanding style that players are reportedly responding to. Young talent is…
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