The market's verdict

The betting market closed with Texas Longhorns at 1.15 — an implied 81% chance. The favourite delivered.

• USC Trojans: opened 4.80, closed 5.00 (19%)
• Texas Longhorns: opened 1.16, closed 1.15 (81%)

USC Trojans — recent form

• 2026-08-30USC Trojans 1-2 Creighton Bluejays
• 2026-08-29Arizona State Sun Devils 0-2 USC Trojans

Texas Longhorns — recent form

• 2026-08-30Nebraska Cornhuskers 2-0 Texas Longhorns
• 2026-08-30Texas Longhorns 2-0 Tcu Horned Frogs
• 2026-08-22Texas Longhorns 1-2 Arizona State Sun Devils