Ohio State falls to USC as Portnoy criticizes team performance

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Last updated Nov 1, 2026

Ohio State falls to USC as Portnoy criticizes team performance

Summary

Ohio State football lost 30-18 against USC on November 1, marking another upset for a top-two team. The Buckeyes, playing without starting quarterback Julian Sayin, struggled despite outgaining the Trojans in total yards. Jeremiah Smith set a record for Ohio State in the loss, but USC capitalized on scoring chances, highlighting their defensive efforts. Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy criticized Ryan Day and the team's inability to perform under pressure, expressing satisfaction with the Buckeyes' defeat. USC had struggled in recent weeks but utilized effective red zone plays to secure the win.

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By the Numbers

•Ohio State loses to USC 30-18 on November 1.
•Julian Sayin did not play due to injury.
•Ohio State outgained USC but struggled to score.
•Jeremiah Smith had a record-setting performance.
•Dave Portnoy criticized the team's performance.

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5:52 AMYahoo Sports — Dave Portnoy takes victory lap after Ohio State fall to USC

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A top-two team has fallen to an unranked opponent for the fourth consecutive week, and on Saturday, it was Ohio State football’s turn to suffer an unexpected defeat. Ryan Day’s team was beaten by USC in its first game without starting quarterback Julian Sayin, and Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy wasted no time expressing his satisfaction with […] The post Dave Portnoy takes victory lap after Ohio State fall to USC appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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