USC Stuns No. 2 Ohio State in Major Upset Victory
USC achieved a significant upset, defeating the No. 2 ranked Ohio State Buckeyes 30-18 in a game played in Los Angeles, highlighted by key plays from Jayden Maiava and freshman Trent Mosley.

Springfield Holyoke, MA, November 1, 2026 —
In a significant college football upset, the University of Southern California (USC) Trojans have defeated the No. 2 ranked Ohio State Buckeyes with a final score of 30-18. The game took place in Los Angeles.
The victory was marked by standout performances from key players on the USC roster. Quarterback Jayden Maiava was instrumental in leading the Trojans’ offense. Freshman Trent Mosley also made notable contributions during the contest, playing a crucial role in the team’s success.
The Buckeyes, ranked second nationally coming into the matchup, were unable to overcome USC’s performance. The Trojans maintained control throughout critical moments of the game to secure the substantial win. Further details regarding specific plays or game statistics beyond the final score and key player mentions were not provided in the summary.
Story summarized from the original created by GREG BEACHAM, Associated Press on www.wwlp.com, see more information here.
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