Following their bye week, the No. 16 USC Trojans had another challenge on the road against the Wisconsin Badgers. In the end, the Trojans reverted back to their old ways when playing on the road in the 24-7 loss . With more bad than good in the game, this edition of “winners and losers” also has more losers on the list.

Winner: Trojans’ Defensive Front

Oct 24, 2026; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Colton Joseph (1) throws the ball away to avoid a sack by USC Trojans safety Alex Graham (7) during the first half at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Wahl-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

Southern Cal’s defensive line set the tone early with a sack by Luke Wafle on Wisconsin’s first offensive play of the night and a sack by Braylan Shelby on the eighth and last play of the Badgers’ opening drive.…