How USC’s Toughness Narrative Can Change in Its Final Two Games

The No. 20 USC Trojans have an opportunity to accomplish something they haven’t done under coach Lincoln Riley: earn a spot in the College Football Playoff.

Following their 30-18 upset over then-No. 2 Ohio State, the Trojans have put themselves in a position to make a serious push for an at-large bid. However, getting there will require navigating one of the most challenging stretches in the nation, with matchups against No. 6 Indiana and undefeated UCLA still remaining.

More importantly, both games will take place on the road, where USC has historically struggled to find consistency.

While the Trojans answered plenty of questions with their performance against Ohio State, their ability to…