USC's performance in the final weeks of the college football season could determine the playoff prospects for both the Oregon Ducks and Ohio State Buckeyes, according to analysis from Trojans Wire.
With both Oregon and Ohio State holding slim hopes of reaching the College Football Playoff, the outcomes of USC's remaining matchups carry significant weight. The Trojans' schedule includes games against ranked opponents that could either bolster or damage the strength of schedule for the Ducks and Buckeyes.
Matt Zemek of Trojans Wire outlined the scenarios where USC victories or losses would directly impact the playoff committee's evaluation of Oregon and Ohio State. The interconnected nature of conference schedules means that USC holds a pivotal role in shaping the postseason picture.
