The USC Trojans are getting closer to their 2026 season opener, and early projections are beginning to shape the Week 1 starting offense ahead of fall camp. USC opens against San Jose State on Aug. 29 at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, giving fans an early look at how the Trojans could line up on that side of the ball.
At this stage, any projected USC Week 1 offensive starters are based on the current roster picture, offseason momentum and where position battles appear to stand before camp begins. That makes the projection more of a snapshot than a final decision, especially for a program entering the year with major expectations.
The biggest attention will naturally fall on the most important offensive spots, including quarterback, the skill positions and the offensive line. Some roles may look relatively settled going into camp, while others could remain open depending on preseason performance, health and how quickly players separate themselves during practices.
For USC, the weeks leading into the San Jose State game will be about turning preseason potential into a clear depth chart. Until camp starts, the projected offensive lineup offers an early sense of who is in position to open the season as starters, even if the final order is not locked in yet.
