Either way, it feels like a big game and an important barometer for future contests the Trojans (1-0) will play down the road.
“This is a game we’re excited about because it’s two really good programs,” Lindsey said this week. “This is another game where we can see where we’re at and the changes we need to make. … We’re getting to play a quality opponent at home who is similar to the type of teams we’ll face in Sun Belt play.”
The teams are similar in style. Both have undersized, fast, aggressive defenses. Troy’s offense showed good balance in the season-opening win over Campbell as it rushed for 245 yards and passed for 282.