The heavily favored Trojans seek to dominate, while the Bears, embracing the intensity of their big-time debut, have nothing to lose Saturday at the Coliseum.
LenDale White is no stranger to successful USC football. The former Tennessee Titans running back won two national titles with the Trojans in the early 2000s, and made a bold prediction for this season's squad Monday.
Key additions in D'Anton Lynn's second season as defensive coordinator bolster the Trojans in their pursuit of being one of the top defenses in the country.
After starting the Trojans' last four games in 2024, the quarterback has talented receivers and running backs, but the offensive line is still coming together.