Ohio State aims for dominant season as USC prepares for challenge
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 1:33 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
The Ohio State Buckeyes are set to face the USC Trojans in an anticipated matchup. Ohio State, coming off a strong season, has lost key players but aims for continued success with returning stars like quarterback Julian Sayin and wide receiver Jeremiah Smith. Analysts predict an undefeated season for the Buckeyes as they reload with talent. The Indiana Hoosiers remain a contender in the Big Ten but do not outweigh Ohio State's expectations heading into the season.
- •Ohio State lost talent but retains key players for the new season.
- •Julian Sayin had a notable freshman season and aims for improvement.
- •Analysts expect Ohio State to contend for the College Football Playoff.
- •The matchup against USC is anticipated to challenge both programs.
- 1:33 PMYahoo Sports — Ohio State's annual consistency reveals separation from USC football
"The USC Trojans will have a point or two to prove when they take on the most consistent Big Ten blue-blood program, Ohio State
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