Whether it is just smoke or reality, the historic rivalry between the USC Trojans and Notre Dame appears to be hanging on by a thread. The game is scheduled for this season, but after that, both sides need to reach an agreement on an extension to play.

USC has proposed a one-year extension so that it can continue to negotiate a long-term deal. Notre Dame wants a long-term deal done right away.

I dive into why the USC Trojans have all the leverage and why, ultimately, the game will continue, but the format will look a little different.

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