USC Trojans and UCLA Bruins Kick Off 2025 Football Season at Home

USC Trojans Season Opener

• 🏈 The USC Trojans are preparing to host Missouri State at the Coliseum for their home opener.
• 🎯 Quarterback Jayden Maiava is set to start his first full season, with receiver Jacoby Lane healthy after a foot injury.
• 📈 USC is considered a 35-point favorite, aiming for a bounce-back season after a disappointing previous year.
• 📣 Students are excited to cheer on the team, with upperclassmen offering advice on game day protocols like clear bags.

UCLA Bruins Season Opener

• 🏟️ The UCLA Bruins will face a tough test against Utah at the Rose Bowl.
• 🌟 New starting quarterback Nico, a Long Beach local, dreams of playing in the Rose Bowl.
• ⚔️ UCLA's defense faces Utah's offensive line, which features two projected NFL first-round picks.
• ⚠️ Despite ranking last in pass rush in the Big 10 last season, Coach Foster states the team is much healthier this year.

Game Day Details

• 🗓️ The USC vs. Missouri State game is scheduled for Saturday at 4:30 PM at the LA Memorial Coliseum.
• 🗓️ The UCLA vs. Utah game will take place on Saturday at 8:00 PM at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena.