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USC Trojans Battle TCU Horned Frogs in Alamo Bowl Showdown

12/31/2025

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USC Trojans Compete

USC Trojans face TCU Horned Frogs in the Alamo Bowl on December 30, 2025.
USC is No. 16 and seeks its 10th win despite missing Makai Lemon and Ja’Kobi Lane, who declared for NFL Draft.
Jayden Maiava returns after throwing for 3,431 yards and 23 touchdowns.
TCU starts backup quarterback Ken Seals after Josh Hoover entered the transfer portal.
USC is favored by 6.5 points, with a 38–30 predicted score.

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USC Revives Rivalry

USC coach Lincoln Riley said the rivalry with Notre Dame is halted.
He said they would have played in 2026 if Notre Dame had honored its commitment.
Riley noted Notre Dame rejected a proposal to extend the series, which has run since 1926 with a few interruptions.
The Trojans aim to revive the rivalry in the future, stressing its significance to fans and college football.

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Historical Context

The Notre Dame-USC football rivalry began in 1926, becoming a cornerstone of college sports. The series has featured 51 wins for Notre Dame and 37 for USC, with notable games like the 1977 "Green Jersey" game. A recent pause in their matchups reflects evolving college football dynamics, but reviving this historic rivalry could enhance fan engagement and preserve its nearly century-long legacy.

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USC Trojans Compete

USC Trojans face TCU Horned Frogs in the Alamo Bowl on December 30, 2025.
USC is No. 16 and seeks its 10th win despite missing Makai Lemon and Ja’Kobi Lane, who declared for NFL Draft.
Jayden Maiava returns after throwing for 3,431 yards and 23 touchdowns.
TCU starts backup quarterback Ken Seals after Josh Hoover entered the transfer portal.
USC is favored by 6.5 points, with a 38–30 predicted score.

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