Jayden Maiava leads No. 19 USC to victory over Penn State 31-23
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Jayden Maiava threw for 301 yards and three touchdowns as No. 19 USC defeated Penn State 31-23 in State College on October 10, 2026. The game featured a halftime tie at 17-17, but USC regained control with a touchdown from King Miller in the second half. Despite the largest crowd in Beaver Stadium history, Penn State fell short, marking their third consecutive loss. The Trojans improved to 6-1 overall, while Penn State dropped to 3-3. USC's next matchup is against Wisconsin on October 24.
- •Maiava completed 21 of 33 passes for 301 yards.
- •USC outgained Penn State 430 to 357.
- •The largest crowd in Beaver Stadium history attended the game.
- •USC's defense secured the win by controlling the clock late.
- •Next, USC plays Wisconsin, while Penn State faces Michigan.
- 4:21 AMYahoo Sports — USC Holds Off Penn State 31-23 in White Out Showdown
- 3:51 AMYahoo Sports — Jayden Maiava leads No. 19 USC past Penn State 31-23
"Trojans Deliver Big Road Victory The USC Trojans earned an impressive road victory Saturday night, defeating Penn State 31-23 in front of a record crowd at Beaver Stadium. No. 19 USC overcame a hostile White Out environment and delivered a strong offensive performance to improve to 6-1 overall and 3-1 in Big Ten play. Head…
"USC overcame a boisterous crowd that was the largest in Beaver Stadium history.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 11, 2026, 4:21 AMUSC Holds Off Penn State 31-23 in White Out Showdown
Trojans Deliver Big Road Victory The USC Trojans earned an impressive road victory Saturday night, defeating Penn State 31-23 in front of a record crowd at Beaver Stadium. No. 19 USC overcame a hostile White Out environment and delivered a strong offensive performance to improve to 6-1 overall and 3-1 in Big Ten play. Head…
- Yahoo SportsOct 11, 2026, 3:51 AMJayden Maiava leads No. 19 USC past Penn State 31-23
USC overcame a boisterous crowd that was the largest in Beaver Stadium history.
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