USC will host UCLA in the regular-season finale, with the Victory Bell on the line as the Trojans look to keep it painted cardinal and gold. The rivalry showdown is set for primetime, kicking off at 4:30 p.m. PT (7:30 p.m. ET) on NBC.
This prediction for the regular-season finale is likely the last one that will feature the majority of USC’s current roster, as NFL Draft declarations and transfer portal departures will take effect before the Trojans play their bowl game. USC enters this matchup as the more talented and better-performing team throughout the season. While the disappointment of missing the College Football Playoff still lingers, it’s easy to get up for a rivalry game of this magnitude.