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USC Upsets No. 2 Ohio State, 30-18

This win revives USC's slim College Football Playoff hopes, exposing Ohio State's quarterback depth problems and red-zone struggles.

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USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley walks the sideline during the NCAA football game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Oct. 31, 2026. Ohio State lost 30-18.

Overview

  • The Trojans beat No. 2 Ohio State 30-18 at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Saturday after an early 69-yard touchdown by Trent Mosley set the tone.
  • Jayden Maiava finished with 222 passing yards and a touchdown while Mosley totaled 145 all-purpose yards and a receiving score that energized USC's offense.
  • Ohio State started true freshman Luke Fahey in place of the injured Julian Sayin; Fahey completed 21 of 38 passes for 260 yards and one touchdown in his first start.
  • The Buckeyes repeatedly stalled in the red zone and settled for field goals by Connor Hawkins from 39, 34 and 23 yards, a sequence that kept USC ahead.
  • The victory eases pressure on USC coach Lincoln Riley and keeps a narrow CFP path alive for the Trojans while forcing Ohio State to address quarterback depth and upcoming scheduling challenges.