The No. 6 USC Trojans (0-0) play the San Jose State Spartans (0-0) on Saturday, August 26, 2023 at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. The Trojans are heavy favorites in this one, with the spread sitting at 31.5 points. The over/under is set at 66.5 in the contest.
USC vs. San Jose State Odds
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USC | -31.5 | -110 | -110 | 66.5 | -110 | -110 |
Computer Pick
| ATS | Total | Score prediction |
|---|---|---|
| San Jose State (+31.5) | Under (66.5) | USC 41 San Jose State 20 |
Predictions are calculated by a data-driven algorithm (raw power score) that ranks head-to-head matchup results within a closed network of games. Prediction confidence is determined by the delta between each team’s raw power score.
Team Stat Comparison (2022)
| USC | San Jose State | |
|---|---|---|
| Off. Points per Game (Rank) | 41.4 (4) | 27.4 (79) |
| Def. Points per Game (Rank) | 29.2 (112) | 22.0 (20) |
| Turnovers Allowed (Rank) | 6 (1) | 9 (4) |
| Turnovers Forced (Rank) | 26 (6) | 19 (40) |
USC vs. San Jose State Betting Insights (2022)
USC Stats and Trends
- USC covered eight times in 14 chances against the spread last season.
- The Trojans covered the spread when playing as at least 31.5-point favorites in two of two chances last season.
- Last season, 11 USC games went over the point total.
- The Trojans and their opponents went over 66.5 combined points in 10 of 14 games last season.
- USC had an average point total of 66.6 in its contests last season, 0.1 more points than the over/under for this game.
San Jose State Stats and Trends (2022)
- San Jose State put together a 4-8-0 record against the spread last year.
- San Jose State games hit the over five out of 12 times last year.
- The Spartans and their opponents scored more than 66.5 combined points just twice last season.
- San Jose State’s outings last year had a 48.6-point average over/under, 17.9 fewer points than this game’s total.
USC Players to Watch (2022 Stats)
- Caleb Williams threw for 4,537 yards last season (324.1 per game) while completing 66.6% of his passes (333-for-500), with 42 touchdowns and five interceptions. He also carried the ball 113 times for 382 yards and 10 touchdowns, averaging 27.3 yards per game.
- Travis Dye ran for 884 yards on 145 attempts (88.4 yards per game) and scored nine touchdowns a season ago. He also averaged 19.4 receiving yards per game, grabbing 20 passes for 194 yards.
- Last year Austin Jones ran for 705 yards on 135 carries (54.2 yards per game), with five rushing touchdowns. Jones also figured in the passing game, with 25 catches for 267 yards and one TD.
- Jordan Addison hauled in 59 passes for 875 yards last year with eight touchdowns. He was targeted zero times, and averaged 79.5 receiving yards.
- Tahj Washington also contributed with 50 catches for 785 yards and six touchdowns.
- Brenden Rice racked up 611 receiving yards on 39 catches with four TDs.
- Last season, Tuli Tuipulotu racked up 11 sacks, 17 TFL and 42 tackles.
- Max Williams collected 75 tackles, one TFL, and two interceptions over the course of his last campaign.
- Calen Bullock picked off five passes while adding 47 tackles and six passes defended a season ago.
San Jose State Players to Watch (2022 Stats)
- Chevan Cordeiro threw for 3,242 yards while completing 60.7% of his passes with 23 touchdowns and six interceptions last year. He also carried the ball 138 times for 260 yards and nine scores.
- Kairee Robinson took 157 attempts for 752 rushing yards a season ago (62.7 per game) and scored 10 touchdowns.
- Last season Elijah Cooks reeled in 70 passes for 1,082 yards (90.2 per game) with 10 touchdowns.
- Justin Lockhart contributed with 578 yards on 36 catches and one touchdown. He was targeted zero times, and averaged 52.5 receiving yards last season.
- Jermaine Braddock caught 25 passes on zero targets for 289 yards.
- Junior Fehoko showed out with an impressive stat line of 10 sacks, 17 TFL and 68 tackles.
- Over his 2022 campaign, Kyle Harmon collected 100 tackles, four TFL, and four sacks.
- Last season Tre Jenkins hauled in two interceptions and added 58 tackles, six TFL, two sacks, and five passes defended.
