USC and LSU are at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas for the Vegas Kickoff Classic, the season opener for both teams.

In 2023, the Trojans started the year 6-0 but dropped 5 of its last 7 games to tumble out of the College Football Playoff picture. Caleb Williams, after a Heisman Trophy campaign in 2022, regressed in 2023.

Meanwhile, the Tigers went 10-3 in Brian Kelly’s 2nd season in charge, falling in their season opener to Florida State and dropping decisions to Ole Miss and Alabama. They capped their year off with a victory over Wisconsin in the ReliaQuest Bowl, while Jayden Daniels was awarded the Heisman.

Both teams have College Football Playoff aspirations, especially with the newly-expanded 12-team field. For the Trojans, the 2024 season will be a historic one regardless of the result as it’s their first in the Big Ten.

Ahead of kickoff, USC released its availability report. As you can see below, the Trojans have a clean bill of health:

Kickoff from Allegiant Stadium is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. The game will be televised on ABC.