Colorado at USC

USC is off a big game vs. #10 Arizona. The Trojans had a comfortable 28-13 lead in the fourth quarter but ended up expending a lot of energy to squeeze out a 2-point victory. This game has to be a big letdown for them. How can they be? The Trojans own a 8-0 mark vs. Colorado, with a lifetime 277-76 scoring margin. The Buffs have lost nine straight conference games as well. But, Colorado may sneak up here. Their offense is much improved, averaging 467.7 yards per game which is a 109 yard per game improvement over last season. After a slow start, the Buffs have covered three of their last four games. Their last two games have seen them with a chance late to win both games vs. Cal and Oregon State. Want more letdown fodder? The Trojans are just 5-14 ATS the past three seasons after a win as they seem to get a bit fat-and-happy. Take the Buffs to keep this one within this large spread.