In the upcoming college football game, scheduled for August 29 at 3:00PM ET: If San Jose State wins, the market will resolve to "San Jose State". If USC wins, the market will resolve to "USC". If the game is postponed, this market will remain open until the game has been completed. If the game is canceled entirely or ends in a tie, with no make-up game, this market will resolve 50-50.
No. 14 USC enters its 2026 season opener as a heavy favorite against San Jose State at the Coliseum, driven by superior roster depth, returning production, and home-field advantage. Quarterback Jayden Maiava leads an experienced offense featuring running backs Waymond Jordan and King Miller, while multiple true freshmen are slated to contribute amid a new defensive coordinator in Gary Patterson. The Trojans return 15 starters and rank among national leaders in offensive output from 2025. San Jose State faces a major rebuild with 48 new players, including 33 transfers, an inexperienced unit with just three returning multi-start veterans, and new starting quarterback Luke Weaver. Historical dominance (USC leads the series 6-0) and recent form further shape trader consensus around a lopsided outcome.