USC vs. Minnesota: SI score prediction for College Football Week 6 ft. odds & picks

The number 11 ranked USC Trojans will face the Minnesota Golden Gophers in week six of the 2024 College Football season. The game will be held at Huntingdon Bank Stadium and will kick off at 7:30 pm ET on Saturday.

Coming into this game, the Trojans have a 3-1 record. After defeating the LSU Tigers during the opening weekend, USC were able to easily defeat their opponents during their other two wins. Their only loss came in a close game with the Michigan Wolverines.

On the other hand, the Golden Gophers come into the game with a 2-3 record. Last week, they were narrowly defeated by Michigan, a week after losing to the Iowa Hawkeyes.

USC vs Minnesota preview and prediction

The Trojans have had a good start to the season and come into this game with a lot of momentum. Most of their games have followed a similar pattern: a slow start that becomes a close game in the fourth quarter, where USC either comes from behind to win or extends their lead.

Their star player this season so far has been quarterback Miller Moss. Moss has already thrown for 1,198 yards and eight touchdowns this season, with an average of just under 300 yards a game. Moss spent the last few seasons as the backup to Caleb Williams and is now showing that he is a worthy successor to the number one pick.

In contrast, the Golden Gophers offense has been a lot weaker when compared to what the Trojans have done. The Gophers' passing game is significantly better than their run game (which, if looking at average yards, is one of the weakest in College Football).

But what will help Minnesota is their defense. They lead the Big Ten in interceptions and have been able to stop their opponents from gaining yards. For example, cornerback Ethan Robinson has only allowed 21 yards all season.

Sports Illustrated's SP+ Model has predicted USC to win this game with a scoreline of 29-25.

USC vs. Minnesota betting tips

Fanduel has the Trojans as 88.5-point favorites in this game. They also have a point total of 49.

From these odds, and using the SI+ predicted scoreline, fans should take Minnesota to cover the spread (-108) and take the over for the points total.

USC vs Minnesota head-to-head

The USC Trojans and the Minnesota Golden Gophers have met on eight occasions. The Trojans currently lead the series 6-1, with one tie game in 1965.

USC is on a five game win streak against Minnesota, dating back to 1968. These two teams have sporadically met, but now, as conference rivals, these meetings will become more frequent.

However, in 2024, it looks like the Trojans will continue their nearly 60-year winning streak over the Golden Gophers.

How can I watch USC vs. Minnesota?

The game between the USC Trojans and the Minnesota Golden Gophers will kick off at 7:30 pm ET.

It will be shown on the Big Ten Network. For those who can not access this, paid subscription services like FuboTV and SlingTV are available to allow fans to see this game.