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USC Trojans Climb to No. 12 in AP Poll
15 Sep
Summary
- USC football team defeated Louisiana 49-30.
- The Trojans climbed to No. 12 in the latest AP Poll.
- Oregon fell 15 spots to No. 21 after their loss.
USC's football team achieved a significant victory on Saturday night, defeating Louisiana with a final score of 49-30 at the Coliseum. This win marks the Trojans' third consecutive victory of the 2026 season, bringing their record to an impressive 3-0.
Following their performance and the unexpected losses of several teams ranked above them, USC made a notable ascent in the latest AP Poll, released on Sunday. The Trojans are now positioned at No. 12 in the national rankings. This rise sees them ahead of teams like Oregon, Oklahoma, and Texas Tech.
The trajectory of USC's upcoming game against Oregon has shifted, as the Ducks have fallen 15 spots to No. 21 in the rankings after their surprising upset loss. However, the Trojans' immediate focus is on their Big Ten opener on the road against Rutgers.
