WHO NEEDS THE NFL WHEN YOU HAVE USC AND UCLA?Both Teams'Starting Quarterbacks Are Injured, Testing Depth, Strategy.Since 1995, when the Raiders and Rams left Southern California for Oakland and St. Louis, respectively, L.A. football fans have turned to UCLA and USC for their fill of live games. Each season, both teams have delivered excitement, with UCLA appearing in 10 bowl games and USC appearing in nine, including five Rose Bowls and two BCS championship games.
Southern Cal is anchored by strong coaching led by Pete Carroll and depth. Across town, it’s a whole new look for UCLA, who brings in an entire new coaching staff (including former USC assistant Norm Chow).