Backup quarterback Bryson Barnes threw for 175 yards and a touchdown and No. 14 Utah beat Washington State 21-17 to stay in the hunt for the Pac-12 championship game.
The Southern California defense has forced 15 turnovers by its first five opponents. The No. 6 Trojans lead the FBS in turnover margin heading into a visit from Washington State
Washington State linebacker Daiyan Henley is a transfer from Nevada who might be the steal of the transfer portal this year as the Cougars prepare to host No. 15 Oregon on Saturday.
The 25th-ranked Oregon Ducks play their second ranked opponent of the season when No. 12 Brigham Young makes its first trip to Autzen Stadium since 1990 on Saturday.
Washington State heads to No. 19 Wisconsin seeking its first 2-0 start since 2019 and its first win over a ranked team since beating No. 25 Iowa State 28-26 in the 2018 Alamo Bowl.