Ohio State travels to the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum to face the USC Trojans in a high-stakes prime-time clash on Friday, Oct. 31. The kickoff is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. ET, marking a significant hurdle for the 6-1 Buckeyes as they navigate the toughest remaining game on their regular-season schedule. This matchup pits Ohio State’s defensive resilience against one of the most potent offensive weapons in the Big Ten, creating a critical juncture in both programs’ conference races.
Buckeyes face cross-country test with new starter against Jayden Maiava
The game arrives under significant uncertainty for Columbus, as head coach Ryan Day has ruled out starting quarterback Julian Sayin indefinitely following an injury sustained against Indiana. Sayin left the fourth quarter of that contest with an injury and returned to the sideline in a sling, forcing the Buckeyes to turn to a first-time starter behind center. While Ohio State’s defense has shown midseason strides, particularly up front, the loss of Sayin creates a leadership and experience gap that USC’s Jayden Maiava is poised to exploit. Many analysts consider Maiava the best healthy quarterback remaining in the Big Ten, making this a true test of the Buckeyes’ adaptability.
Fans can catch the action live on Fubo, which offers a free trial for new subscribers to stream the event. The Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum will host the cross-country showdown, where Ohio State must rely on the supporting cast around Luke Fahey and Tavien St. Clair to manage the offensive transition. With the Buckeyes looking to maintain their winning momentum, this game serves as the ultimate gauge of their depth and defensive capability against a top-tier passing attack.
Source: Yahoo Sports
