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USC Favored to Win Rivalry Game Against UCLA with -4.5 Spread, Kickoff at 10:30 ET in Pasadena

This Saturday's college football matchup between the USC Trojans and UCLA Bruins promises to be an exciting rivalry game. USC currently leads the head-to-head series but UCLA claimed victory in their last meeting. Both teams have had mixed seasons but are looking to finish strong. USC is favored to win with a current line of -4.5. Kickoff is set for 10:30 ET at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA. Check out our USC vs. UCLA picks and predictions for more insight on the game.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Trojans -188 | Bruins +160
• Spread: Trojans -4.5 (-110) | Bruins +4.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 52 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that USC will win straight-up is 65%.

USC vs UCLA Stats

USC Trojans

USC Trojans, under the leadership of head coach Lincoln Riley in his third season, are currently struggling in the Big Ten conference with a 5-5 record. Despite recent wins against Rutgers and Nebraska, the team is currently ranked 12th in the conference standings with a 3-3 record. The Trojans need to win one of their remaining games against UCLA and #6 Notre Dame to secure bowl eligibility. Jayden Maiava has been promoted to starting quarterback and had a strong performance against Nebraska. Makai Lemon is the team's top wide receiver, while Woody Marks leads the rushing attack. The defense, led by defensive coordinator D'Anton Lynn, has been solid, ranking 33rd in points allowed and 56th in total yardage. USC is ranked 52nd in offense, averaging 30.56 points per game, and 47th in defense, allowing 22.22 points per game. They currently have a power ranking of 22 and are 6-4 against the spread this season.

UCLA Bruins Analysis

In his inaugural season as head coach of the UCLA Bruins football team, Coach DeShaun Foster has led the team to a 4-6 record, with recent wins against Rutgers, Nebraska, and Iowa. However, their three-game winning streak was snapped by Washington. To secure bowl eligibility, UCLA must win their upcoming games against USC and Fresno State. Quarterback Ethan Garbers has thrown for 2,173 yards with a 64.3% completion rate, while TE Moliki Matavao is the top target. Running back T.J. Harden has rushed for 384 yards and one touchdown. Defensively, UCLA is ranked 74th in points allowed and 40th in yards surrendered per game. The team has a power ranking of 97 and is #125 for offense, scoring an average of 18.80 points per game, and #86 for defense, giving up an average of 27.10 points per game. USC has a favorable record against UCLA in their last three matchups.

USC the Strong Bet in Upcoming Matchup Against UCLA

I recommend considering wagering on USC in this upcoming matchup. Following a strong victory against Nebraska, USC demonstrated potential with new quarterback Jayden Maiava's impressive performance, showcasing 259 passing yards and three touchdowns. The Trojans possess a dynamic offensive lineup that has the ability to achieve a significant lead of 5+ points in this game. Conversely, UCLA's offense is not equipped to handle playing from a position of deficit, averaging a low 21.2 points per game, ranking 116th overall. Facing USC's formidable defense, which allows an average of only 22.0 points per game (30th), UCLA, particularly quarterback Ethan Garbers with 11 interceptions, may struggle. USC appears to be the favorable choice when considering these factors.

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