Big Ten's spotlight game has No. 16 USC trying to boost playoff hopes by upsetting No. 6 Oregon
PUBLISHED Nov 20, 2025, 2:05 PM ET
Eugene, Ore. — No. 16 USC visits No. 6 Oregon on Saturday as both teams vie for College Football Playoff positioning. USC (8–2, 6–1) can remain in CFP contention with a win; Oregon (9–1, 6–1) seeks to protect its ranking. Oregon has won five of six meetings. USC ranks sixth in FBS total offense (488.9 yards per game); Oregon ranks third in total defense (235.4 yards per game). BetMGM lists Oregon a 9.5-point favorite. Meanwhile Michigan (8–2) travels to Maryland (4–6) with postseason hopes contingent on consecutive wins. Based on 10 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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