Utah vs. USC Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, and Latest Odds
The Utah Utes and the USC Trojans will play a pivotal Pac-12 matchup on Saturday night. How will this game play out? Matt McCuen shares his NCAAF Week 8 pick for Utah vs. USC.
Matt McCuen - October 21, 2023, 9:00 AM EDT
5 minUtah vs. USC Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, and Latest Odds
The Utah Utes and the USC Trojans will clash from the Rose Bowl for a pivotal Pac-12 matchup.
Utah vs. USC Date, Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: October 21, 2023
- Game Time: 8:00 pm ET
- Where to Watch: FOX
Utah vs. USC Odds
- Spread: Utah +6.5 (-105), USC -6.5 (-109)
- Total Odds: O/U 56 (-110)
- Moneyline Odds: Utah (+205), USC (-240)
Utah vs. USC Prediction
Utah will begin play with a record of 5-1.
The Utes' lone loss came to Oregon State a couple of weeks ago.
Utah has played two quarterbacks this season in, Nate Johnson and Bryson Barnes. Barnes started last week and played well against California.
The team has been without their leader and best player, quarterback Cam Rising.
Running back Ja'Quinden Jackson leads the team in rushing with 333 yards and one touchdown. Running back Jaylon Glover leads the team in rushing touchdowns with two.
Wide receiver Mikey Matthews leads the team with 202 yards. Wide receiver Money Parks leads the team with two touchdowns.
The main reason for the Utes' success is their defense. Utah ranks fifth in the nation in points allowed per game (13.2).
The Trojans will enter Saturday with a 6-1 record.
USC lost their first game over the weekend to Notre Dame on the road. Not only did USC lose, but they got embarrassed losing that game 48-20.
Caleb Williams played one of the worst games of his college career. Williams threw three interceptions in the first half. Despite the poor showing, Williams is still considered one of the favorites to win the Heisman Trophy, and he will be the No. 1 overall pick in this year's upcoming NFL Draft.
Running back Marshawn Lloyd leads the team in rushing with 565 yards and five touchdowns.
Wide receiver Tahj Washington leads the Trojans in receiving yards with 497. Wide Receiver Brenden Rice leads the team with eight receiving touchdowns.
The defense for the Trojans has been the team's main issue. USC ranks 89th in the nation, allowing opponents 30.0 points per game.
Utah vs. USC Pick
Williams will not turn the football over three times again. He will perform much better after the bad showing on Saturday night.
USC will be able to spread this Utah team out and move the ball with consistency.
The Trojans are averaging 47.3 points per game, which is the best in college football.
Pick: USC TT Over 33.5 -110 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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