USC Trojans defeat San José State Spartans 42-26: Recap & Betting Results
Sat, Aug 29, 2026 · NCAAF · San José State Spartans 26, USC Trojans 42
The USC Trojans beat the San José State Spartans 42-26 on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. The San José State Spartans covered the spread as 37.5-point underdogs. The game went over the closing total of 61, with 68 points combined.
San José State Spartans vs. USC Trojans final score and game recap
The USC Trojans won by 16 points.
The leading performers, from the box score:
- Luke Weaver (San José State Spartans): 21/32 passing for 234 yards, 2 touchdowns, 0 interceptions.
- Jerry McClure (San José State Spartans): 6 catches for 68 yards, 1 receiving touchdown.
- Jayden Maiava (USC Trojans): 25/29 passing for 286 yards, 2 touchdowns, 0 interceptions.
- Trent Mosley (USC Trojans): 7 catches for 118 yards, 1 receiving touchdown.
Who covered the spread in San José State Spartans vs. USC Trojans?
The San José State Spartans covered the spread as 37.5-point underdogs, losing by 16 points.
Did San José State Spartans vs. USC Trojans go over or under the total?
The game went over: 68 points combined against a closing total of 61, over by 7.
San José State Spartans and USC Trojans betting trends: 2026 season
This result left the San José State Spartans 0-1 in the 2026 regular season. Against the spread, they covered in 1 of 1 game with a closing line on file. Their only game with a closing total went over.
This result left the USC Trojans 1-0 in the 2026 regular season. Against the spread, they covered in 0 of 1 game with a closing line on file. Their only game with a closing total went over.
What's next for San José State Spartans and USC Trojans?
Next for the San José State Spartans: at the Eastern Michigan Eagles on Friday, September 4, 2026. Next for the USC Trojans: the Fresno State Bulldogs at home on Friday, September 4, 2026.