USC secured a 25-21 victory against Washington on Saturday night at the Coliseum, silencing calls for head coach Lincoln Riley's job. The Trojans, ranked No. 18, scored the final 15 points of the game after trailing 14-10 at halftime. The win improved USC's record to 5-1 overall and 2-1 in the Big Ten. The game featured a notable performance from the Trojans' defense, which forced four three-and-outs in the first half and made key plays in the second half, including a sack by defensive end Kameryn Crawford. USC's offense, after a slow start, found momentum with touchdowns from Tanook Hines and Jahkeem Stewart. Caden Chittenden's 39-yard field goal in the fourth quarter sealed the victory. Despite some errors, including a muffed punt and penalties, the Trojans managed to recover and secure the win, which was crucial following a previous loss to Oregon.
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USC defeats Washington 25-21 in close game
USC defeated Washington 25-21 on October 4, 2026, improving their record to 5-1. The Trojans scored the last 15 points of the game, with significant contributions from both the offense and defense. The victory alleviated immediate pressure on head coach Lincoln Riley following a prior loss.
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