Ohio State struggles without Julian Sayin in loss at USC
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 11:12 PM
Last updated Nov 1, 2026
Ohio State fell to USC 30-18 on October 31, 2026, in Los Angeles, suffering from the absence of starting quarterback Julian Sayin due to a season-ending injury. The Buckeyes failed to exceed 20 points against USC, making them one of only two teams this season with such a low score against the Trojans. Freshman quarterback Luke Fahey started but struggled in critical moments, leading to questions about Ohio State's ranking as they dropped to No. 17 in the AP Top 25. The Buckeyes are now examining their options during an open week ahead of their next game.
- •Ohio State loses 30-18 to USC on October 31, 2026.
- •Julian Sayin's injury leaves a significant gap for the Buckeyes.
- •Luke Fahey struggled replacing Sayin in the game.
- •OSU ranks No. 17 in the latest AP Top 25 poll.
- •The team has an open week to regroup before their next match.
- 11:12 PMYahoo Sports — Inside Greg Luca's AP Top 25 ballot: Backup quarterback shortfall crushes would-be contenders
"Quarterback injuries have created plenty of new questions for AP Top 25 voters, particularly with Ohio State after Saturday's loss to USC.
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