No. 15 Michigan Faces USC in First Coliseum Meeting Since 1957

The upcoming college football game between No. 15 Michigan Wolverines and USC Trojans at the Los Angeles Coliseum marks their first meeting there since 1957, generating significant anticipation including a large turnout of Michigan fans. Michigan's standout player Justice Haynes has been a key offensive threat, while USC’s defense faces challenges, especially against the run, as evidenced by their recent performance against Illinois. USC boasts strong wide receivers Makai Lemon and Ja'Kobi Lane, who will test Michigan's secondary, particularly defensive backs like Jyaire Hill. Defensively, Michigan’s Derrick Moore is expected to pressure USC quarterback Jayden Maiava, with Michigan’s defensive line considered the toughest USC has faced this season. Both teams have strong turnover margins and contrasting penalty statistics, with USC being more penalized than Michigan. The game follows a prior close matchup last year where Michigan won 27-24, and both teams show improvements and adjustments this season, adding to the competitiveness of this Big Ten conference showdown.