USC stands to benefit as college football eyes a radical playoff expansion, but will the regular season lose its magic? Host Marc Kulkin and Musings By Arledge, author, Chris Arledge break down the proposed jump to a 24-team playoff, questioning if programs like USC and Notre Dame will face new scheduling challenges or see old rivalries, such as the iconic USC vs. Notre Dame clash, fade from tradition.

The conversation heats up with insights on the USC-UCLA rivalry, the impact of conference realignment, and why recruiting battles on the West Coast could shift dramatically under new leadership. Plus, Chris Arledge shares details about his new book, "Best of Musings from Arledge," offering fans a fresh perspective on Trojan football history. How will NIL deals, neutral-site games, and the pursuit of bigger TV contracts reshape the very heart of college football?

#USCTrojans #USCFootball #USCRecruiting #AlifeletiTuihalamaka #RoyeOliver #MakaiBrown #IsiahVandermade #MarcusFakatou #JamieonWinfield #LukeWafle #NCAA #LincolnRiley #KingMiller #WaymondJordan #Jayden Maiava #OhioState #Oregon, #BigTenfootball #USCrecruiting #Collegefootballplayoffs

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