Lincoln Riley faces intense pressure as USC battles Oregon, with playoff hopes—and possibly his job—on the line. Will the Trojans rise to the occasion or fall short in this must-win clash? Craig Shemon explores USC’s playoff-or-bust mandate, evaluates Riley’s buyout dilemma, and breaks down how this game could impact both the Trojans’ and Ducks’ postseason chances.

Key topics include the Big Ten’s potential to place four teams in the College Football Playoff, the significance of USC’s recruiting class, and what an Oregon upset might mean for the conference landscape. Craig also covers major news from around the league: James Franklin’s new role at Virginia Tech, critical injury updates for Ohio State and Michigan, and recruiting highlights for Indiana and Michigan State. Don’t miss this high-stakes preview and what it means for college football’s power structure.

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