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USC’s Playoff Push with Jayden Maiava | USC Trojans Football News
USC’s quest for the College Football Playoff in 2026 is heating up, with Jayden Maiava’s leadership and a revamped defense under Gary Patterson as the keys to breaking through. After missing the playoffs twice in four years—including a heartbreaking 9-3 finish last season—the Trojans face a brutal schedule, hosting Oregon and Ohio State at home while struggling away from campus. Ranked among eight teams poised for their first-ever playoff berth, USC’s fate hinges on Maiava’s elite play—he’s already a Heisman contender—and whether they can rise to the occasion against top competition. This is…
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