
By Spencer McLaughlin of Locked on CFB for SuperWest Sports
November 17, 2025

USC has struggled in the trenches over the last couple years, and that changed just enough on Saturday against Iowa.
What next for the Trojans?
Plus, why Miami can sneak into the Playoff.
This segment is from Monday’s episode of Locked On College Football with Spencer McLaughlin.
MASSIVE: Lincoln Riley, USC Trojans SAVE Playoff hopes against Iowa with CLASSIC Big 10 victory.
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