USC vs UCLA Showdown in Historic Rivals Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum
As historic rivals meet up, it is UCLA vs USC at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Saturday, December 12th, 3:30 EST, which can be seen on ABC. UCLA comes in with 6-4
Game outlook
As historic rivals meet up, it is UCLA vs USC at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Saturday, December 12th, 3:30 EST, which can be seen on ABC. UCLA comes in with 6-4 record and recent loss to Arizona State, while USC just lost to #6 Oregon and own 7-4 record. This matchup will be the last Pac-12 conference game for both teams before they head to the Big Ten.
Game Info
When: Saturday, 11/18/2023 @ 3:30pm EST
Where: United Airlines Field at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum Stadium Betting Odds Moneyline: Bruins +210 | Trojans -250
Spread: Bruins +6.5 (-110) | Trojans -6.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 65.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that USC will win straight-up is 71%.
UCLA Bruins
The Bruins have started three different quarterbacks this season, and all are currently on the injury report; QB Ethan Garbers (Probable), QB Dante Moore (Questionable) and QB Collin Schlee (Questionable). UCLA's defense has been impressive this season with their ranks of 10th in the nation for total yards allowed, and #1 in the conference for points allowed. Leading the team in tackles is LB Darius Muasau (59) with DL Laiatu Latu ranked 5th in the nation with 11 sacks this season. The offense is lead by WR Logan Loya (50.2 yards per game) and WR J. Michael Sturdivant (42.8 yards per game) both with four touchdowns and RB Carson Steel (74.5 yards per game) with six touchdowns. Despite this performance, UCLA lost in back-to-back weeks to Arizona and Arizona State, both games for which they were favored. Reports have surfaced claiming that head coach Chip Kelly will be fired at the end of the season due to these losses. UCLA is 6-4 (4-6 ATS) and currently ranked 41st in the Power Rankings. The defense is the strong point for the Bruins, ranking 10th in the nation and 1st in the conference for total yards allowed and points per game. On offense, the Bruins have been led by QB Ethan Garbers (786 yards), WR Logan Loya (50.2 yards per game) and WR J. Michael Sturdivant (42.8 yards per game). The Bruins have had 18 turnovers in 10 games despite the recent back-to-back losses to Arizona and Arizona State. Head Coach Chip Kelly's future is uncertain, as reports suggest that he may be fired by the end of the season.