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USC vs Cal: Five Key Matchups to Watch

Erik-McKinneyby:Erik McKinney11/03/22

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California Golden Bears quarterback Jack Plummer (13) hands the ball to California Golden Bears running back Jaydn Ott (6) during the game between the Washington State Cougars and the California Golden Bears on Saturday, October 1, 2022 at Martin Stadium
California Golden Bears quarterback Jack Plummer (13) hands the ball to California Golden Bears running back Jaydn Ott (6) during the game between the Washington State Cougars and the California Golden Bears (Photo by Oliver McKenna/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

The No. 9 USC Trojans (7-1, 5-1) are back home in the Coliseum this weekend hosting the Cal Golden Bears (3-5, 1-4). The Trojans still have their sights on a Pac-12 Championship Game appearance and very likely need to win their final three conference games to get there. That November run begins Saturday night. Here, we're looking at Five Key Matchups to Watch as the Trojans host the Golden Bears.

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