USC Trojans Announce Homecoming Game And Trojan Family Weekend Dates

Picture this: October 3 brings a shot at sweet revenge. The last time these teams met (in rainy Seattle two years back), USC stumbled in bizarre fashion—abandoning the run, defensive miscues, and a game that marked the end of one era and the start of another under the lights.

With Jedd Fisch now steering the Huskies and Lincoln Riley’s Trojans riding momentum, this Homecoming clash feels like destiny calling for redemption. Expect crimson-and-gold confetti, alumni reunions, and a Coliseum roaring louder than ever.

Then comes the crown jewel: Halloween night against Ohio State. Trojan Family Weekend already carries special weight—families traveling in, kids in cardinal jerseys, the full USC experience—but pitting it against one of college football’s blue-blood programs? That’s next-level.

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Dyrud doesn’t hold back: if both squads enter with clean(ish) records, this could be the late-season showdown that draws ESPN’s College GameDay to campus.

“Book it,” he says with confidence.

The atmosphere alone could rival last year’s Michigan magic, but with Ohio State’s current trajectory, it might eclipse it entirely.

These aren’t just dates on a schedule—they’re momentum builders. A win over Washington reestablishes West Coast dominance in the Big Ten; a triumph over the Buckeyes could catapult the USC Trojans straight into the playoff conversation. Both games at home? That’s the Trojans turning the Coliseum into a fortress during prime-time October.

Dyrud wraps with pure fan energy: tailgates, community vibes, and a reminder to soak it all in. For Trojans faithful, 2026 isn’t just another season—it’s shaping up to be one where tradition meets high stakes under the lights.

Mark October 3 and October 31. The Coliseum is about to host some unforgettable nights. Fight On—and bring the family (and maybe a costume for Halloween).

For the full, excited breakdown, catch Ryan Dyrud’s take on the USC LAFB YouTube channel.