What could have been a ho-hum homecoming weekend for Arizona State football now is relevant with the potential to become one of the more meaningful games in a 40-year series against USC.
The Sun Devils have dropped the last two to USC by a combined score of 83-34 but have split six games against the Trojans since 2011. USC leads the series 21-12, winning 11 straight from 2000-2010.
Here are five things to know heading into the game:
1. Don't be lulled to sleep
Yes, the No. 21 Trojans are coming off a major 49-14 hit at Notre Dame that realistically eliminates them from national-title consideration, and injuries are an issue.