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The first loss of the Lincoln Riley era transpired in exactly the type of game the Trojans have expected to win given their high-powered offense, but mistakes, injuries and the Utes' offense were too much for USC to overcome.
USC's defense forced four turnovers, helping the Trojans a bumpy night for the offense and grind out a 17-14 road win over Oregon State Saturday.
No. 7 USC had its dreams of an unbeaten season in coach Lincoln Riley's first season dashed by a Utah offense spearheaded by quarterback Cam Rising.
USC lost unexpectedly to Utah last week, but coach Lincoln Riley was in similar situations at Oklahoma and earned a College Football Playoff spot.