USC’s road woes under Lincoln Riley reach a boiling point after a crushing loss to Wisconsin, igniting questions about the Trojans’ ability to contend for a national championship. Despite a promising win against Penn State and a narrow escape over Rutgers, lingering inconsistencies away from home threaten USC’s playoff aspirations and highlight persistent defensive and blocking issues.
USC’s road woes under Lincoln Riley reach a boiling point after a crushing loss to Wisconsin, igniting questions about the Trojans’ ability to contend for a national championship. Despite a promising win against Penn State and a narrow escape over Rutgers, lingering inconsistencies away from home threaten USC’s playoff aspirations and highlight persistent defensive and blocking issues.
The absence of freshman tight end Mark Bowman loomed large, with his blocking prowess and big-play ability sorely missed against Wisconsin’s defense. Can the Trojans rebound with Bowman’s return for the Ohio State matchup and stabilize their offensive line? With championship hopes hanging in the balance, the pressure mounts for Riley to solve USC’s road struggles before it’s too late.