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USC football avoids disaster by holding on against winless Rutgers
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PISCATAWAY, NJ — The birthplace of college football looked like it might also mark the resting place of USC’s season. The Trojans would play more games regardless of what happened Saturday, of cour…
- PISCATAWAY, NJ — The birthplace of college football looked like it might also mark the resting place of USC’s season. The Trojans would play more games regardless of what happened Saturday, of cour…
Key Takeaways
- No. 12 USC defeats Rutgers, but defensive woes detract from win
- USC football avoids disaster by holding on against winless Rutgers
- USC seizes momentum vs Rutgers with game-changing 99-yard pick six
Media Spectrum
Total: 3 sources•Published: 45m ago•Last Updated: 1m ago
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Bias & Framing Analysis
Top Framing Differences
- Left: No. 12 USC defeats Rutgers 42-35 in its Big Ten opener, but concerns about the defense continue to cast doubts over the Trojans' playoff readiness.
- Center: Coverage gap: Currently unaddressed by verified outlets on this side of the spectrum.
- Right: PISCATAWAY, NJ — The birthplace of college football looked like it might also mark the resting place of USC’s season. The Trojans would play more games regardless of what happened Saturday, of cour…
Overall Tone
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Coverage Blindspots
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Left-leaning coverage is thinner (1 source vs up to 2 on other desks) for "USC football avoids disaster by holding on against winless Rutgers".
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Credibility ScoreHigh Credibility
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Multi-factor accuracy index for Los Angeles Times and related desks based on verifiable sourcing and editorial standards.
Factuality: High 100%
Ownership: Los Angeles Times (Corporate)
Timeline of this story
- 1h agoPost (ZM): USC cornerback Prophet Brown swung momentum against Rutgers with a spectacular 99-yard interception return for a touchdown in a tight game.
- 45m agoPost (ZM): PISCATAWAY, NJ — The birthplace of college football looked like it might also mark the resting place of USC’s season. The Trojans would play
- 33m agoLos Angeles Times: No. 12 USC defeats Rutgers 42-35 in its Big Ten opener, but concerns about the defense continue to cast doubts over the Trojans' playoff rea
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