Ohio State announces kickoff time for USC matchup in Los Angeles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 1:33 AM
Last updated Oct 20, 2026

Ohio State will play USC on October 31 with kickoff set for 7:30 p.m. ET. The game, airing on NBC, will mark the Buckeyes' first visit to the Coliseum since 2008. Both teams hold a 6-1 record this season. Key injuries, including Julian Sayin's absence, may impact OSU's lineup, with freshman Luke Fahey expected to start against the Trojans.
- •Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET on October 31.
- •The game will be televised on NBC.
- •Ohio State and USC both have 6-1 records this season.
- •Julian Sayin is out due to injury; Luke Fahey will likely start.
- •This is Ohio State's first trip to the Coliseum since 2008.
- 1:33 AMYahoo Sports — Ohio State vs. USC game time and channel has been announced
"Ohio State will travel to Los Angeles on October 31 to face the Trojans and we now know what time the game will kick off.
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