The USC Trojans went into their matchup with the Michigan Wolverines ranked number 11 in the AP Top 25 Poll. Michigan was ranked number 18 heading into the game.
In an instant classic at the Big House, the Men of Troy were unable to hold on to a late lead and Big Blue stole a win 27-24.
The AP just released their latest Top 25 poll and the Trojans fell two spots to Number 13.
Michigan jumped up six spots to number 12, one spot ahead of the Trojans.
USC Trojans Fall Two Spots, Full Top 25
- Texas
- Georgia
- Ohio State
- Alabama
- Tennessee
- Ole Miss
- Miami
- Oregon
- Penn State
- Utah
- Missouri
- Michigan
- USC
- LSU
- Louisville
- Notre Dame
- Clemson
- Iowa State
- Illinois
- Oklahoma State
- Oklahoma
- BYU
- Kansas State
- Texas A&M
- Boise State
While this loss certainly stings for fans, and was one that SC should have ultimately hung on for a win, the season and all of the team’s goals are still fully in grasp.
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With the expanded playoff to 12 teams, you can afford a loss or two (maybe even three) and still have the opportunity to get in.
The biggest thing will be how USC is able to respond after a tough loss. How is the leadership of the team? Will they bounce back next week and dominate Wisconsin at home? Or will they struggle against an inferior team with a backup QB?
Saturday can be a season-defining win, and a victory will certainly move them back up in the rankings.
Kickoff is set for 12:30 PM PT at the LA Coliseum.