USC vs. Cal is a must-win proposition for the southern Californians while the northerners seek bowl eligibility for the first time in years.
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The Trojans reasserted themselves in the battle for supremacy in the Pac-12 South last week with a vital win over Utah, however, they are winless in the north this season. Another misstep would all but bury their hopes for winning the division and going to the Pac-12 title game for the first time ever.
On the other side of the contest, the Bears are one win away from going to a bowl game.