The 2023 college football season started with great promise for USC, but it has quickly turned into disappointment. After a 6-0 start, the Trojans now sit at 6-2 and have likely dashed their hopes of reaching the College Football Playoff or even the Pac-12 Championship Game. USC’s sudden decline has resulted in an unexpected development: their upcoming game against the California Golden Bears will be broadcasted on Pac-12 Network. If USC had maintained a better record, they would have been featured on a higher-profile network. However, given their recent struggles, the game against Cal is not considered a marquee matchup.
Surprisingly, there has been no outcry from USC fans regarding the game being relegated to Pac-12 Network. In fact, for many fans, this gives them a reason to avoid watching the underperforming Trojans. It’s almost a relief.
When USC was thriving under head coach Lincoln Riley last season, playing on Pac-12 Network was seen as an outrage and a reminder of the previous commissioner’s mismanagement. However, this season, a late October game on Pac-12 Network has generated little reaction. USC fans have now grown frustrated with the coaching staff and are calling for changes, particularly with defensive coordinator Alex Grinch and strength coach Bennie Wylie.
These developments highlight the current state of USC football. A game on Pac-12 Network is no longer a headline for many fans.
This unexpected story is something we didn’t anticipate here at Trojans Wire.
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