A dominant start. Six wins and just one loss. And signature victories on the road at Rutgers and Penn State. The 2026 USC Football Schedule has been strong early and now turns toward a critical stretch that includes a road trip to Wisconsin, a home date with Ohio State, and the annual rivalry against UCLA. USC Trojans football sits at 6-1 and faces a demanding second half of the Big Ten season. Here is the complete 2026 USC Football Schedule with dates, locations, times and television information.
2026 USC Football Schedule
| Date | Logo | Opponent | Time | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday | vs San Jose State SpartansLA Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA | 3:00 PM ETNBC/Peacock | Win 42-26 | |
| Friday | vs Fresno State BulldogsLA Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA | 9:00 PM ETFOX | Win 39-0 | |
| Saturday | vs Louisiana Ragin’ CajunsLA Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA | 11:00 PM ETBTN | Win 49-30 | |
| Saturday | at Rutgers Scarlet KnightsSHI Stadium, Piscataway, NJ | 3:30 PM ETCBS/Paramount+ | Win 42-35 | |
| Saturday | vs Oregon DucksLA Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA | 7:30 PM ETNBC/Peacock | Loss 41-27 | |
| Saturday | vs Washington HuskiesLA Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA | 7:30 PM ETNBC/Peacock | Win 25-21 | |
| Saturday | at Penn State Nittany LionsBeaver Stadium, University Park, PA | 7:30 PM ETNBC/Peacock | Win 31-23 | |
| Saturday | OFF | |||
| Saturday | at Wisconsin BadgersCamp Randall Stadium, Madison, WI | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | vs Ohio State BuckeyesLA Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | OFF | |||
| Saturday | at Indiana HoosiersMemorial Stadium, Bloomington, IN | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | vs Maryland TerrapinsLA Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at UCLA BruinsRose Bowl Stadium, Pasadena, CA | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | vs Big Ten ChampionshipLucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN | 8:00 PM ETFOX |
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Strong Start and One Loss
USC Trojans Football Schedule 2026 opened with six wins and just one defeat through seven games.
- San Jose State at home (Aug 29)
- Fresno State at home (Sept 4)
- Louisiana at home (Sept 12)
- Rutgers on the road (Sept 19)
- Oregon at home (Sept 26)
- Washington at home for Homecoming (Oct 3)
- Penn State on the road (Oct 10)
Bye Week
A week off arrives after the Penn State road win.
- Bye week (Oct 17)
Road Test at Wisconsin and Ohio State at Home
Late October brings a tough Big Ten road game followed by a major home opportunity.
- Wisconsin on the road (Oct 24)
- Ohio State at home (Oct 31)
Second Bye and Road Trip to Indiana
Early November features another open week and a challenging conference road game.
- Bye week (Nov 7)
- Indiana on the road (Nov 14)
Closing Stretch and Rivalry
November finishes with a home date and the annual crosstown showdown.
- Maryland at home (Nov 21)
- UCLA on the road (Nov 28)
USC Football Home Games 2026
USC has seven home games at the LA Memorial Coliseum in 2026:
- San Jose State
- Fresno State
- Louisiana
- Oregon
- Washington (Homecoming)
- Ohio State
- Maryland
The dates against Oregon, Ohio State and Washington stand out as the highest-profile opportunities at home.
The 2026 USC Football Schedule features a strong early stretch, a difficult mid-season slate, and key late tests. How the Trojans handle the road trip to Wisconsin, the home date with Ohio State, and the rivalry finale against UCLA will shape the entire season.
FAQ
When does USC play its first game on the 2026 schedule?
USC Football Schedule 2026 opened at home against San Jose State on Saturday, August 29, at the LA Memorial Coliseum.
When is USC vs UCLA 2026?
USC vs UCLA 2026 is set for Saturday, November 28, on the road at Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena.
How many home games does USC play in 2026?
USC has seven USC football home games in 2026 at the LA Memorial Coliseum: San Jose State, Fresno State, Louisiana, Oregon, Washington, Ohio State and Maryland.
What is USC’s toughest stretch on the 2026 schedule?
The upcoming run of Wisconsin, Ohio State, Indiana, Maryland and UCLA ranks as the toughest remaining stretch on the USC Big Ten schedule 2026.
