{
  "id": 2954668,
  "title": "30 Day Countdown – Day 12: Best Offense We’ll Face",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/30-day-countdown-day-12-best-offense-well-face",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-24T05:36:04.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/30-day-countdown-day-12-053604739.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "As the countdown to the college football season continues, UWDP has taken a closer look at the opposing offenses that the Indiana Hoosiers will face this year. Among the group of middling offenses, there are a few that stand out for their potential to pose a challenge to the Hoosiers' defense.\n\nThe Utah State Aggies under coach Bronco Mendenhall and offensive coordinator Robert Anae are one such team. Anae, a long-time assistant under Mendenhall at BYU and Virginia, is known for his dynamic offensive schemes featuring dual threat quarterbacks and a powerful run game. While the Aggies might not be among the strongest offenses, they could still present a challenge to the Hoosiers.\n\nThe USC Trojans are another opponent worth mentioning. Under head coach Lincoln Riley, the Trojans have made significant roster changes, including a 42-man class ranked #1 in the nation. Riley's focus has shifted to the offensive line, with key returnees Elijah Paige, Tobias Raymond, Alani Noa, and Justin Tauanuu leading the charge. Additionally, the return of quarterback Jayden Maiava, who returned 3700 yards passing last season, adds to the Trojans' offensive capabilities. Despite the injury to center Killian O'Connor, the Trojans remain optimistic about their high-floor, high-ceiling offensive unit.",
  "summary": "In a middling group, the best on the schedule could be scary good",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}