That's the date we'll finally find something out about USC, Washington, Oregon.
USC at ND
Oregon at UW
Games prior to that vs Colorado, Stanford, Arizona won't really tell us squat. That day won't paint the whole picture, of course. USC still needs to play UW and UO. Plus you've got Utah and WSU, and likely UCLA and OSU, playing spoilers, no doubt. But it will help.
Til then those 3 will have the best QBs, the best offenses plus major questions on defense.
It's pretty clear the team with the healthiest QB and with the best/most improved defense will win the p12 this year.
All the sudden USC seems to be on shaky ground, especially with all the tough games still to play. Here comes the cliche, but it is warranted: USC can only think about Colorado, 9am on the road with a jacked up crowd. It seems daunting enough without worrying about Notre Dame and the rest of the conference schedule.
OU Washington is anyone's bet. Great matchup.
I hate the domers and hate to predict a win by them. Hoping that SC jumps on them early and can hang on. SC D could get pushed around all day.
Winners continue path to playoffs. Losers to Vegas Bowl.
I would think 'SuperDuperWest Sports' is better. But only if it is on Twitter too.