Penn State prepares for USC in White Out matchup on October 10

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Last updated Oct 9, 2026

Penn State prepares for USC in White Out matchup on October 10
Summary

Penn State football faces USC in a White Out game at Beaver Stadium on October 10. The Nittany Lions, coming off a difficult defensive performance where they allowed 413 rushing yards against Northwestern, aim to rebound against a potent USC offense led by quarterback Jayden Maiava. Penn State's defense, particularly under coordinator D'Anton Lynn, will be crucial in containing USC, which averages 467 total yards per game. The matchup marks the first White Out under head coach Matt Campbell, heightening the stakes in this pivotal contest.

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  • •Game set for October 10 at Beaver Stadium
  • •Penn State's defense struggled last week, allowing 413 rushing yards
  • •USC features an aggressive offense with star quarterback Jayden Maiava
  • •This is Matt Campbell's first White Out as head coach
  • •D'Anton Lynn's defensive schemes will be tested against USC's attack
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This critical Penn State football game vs. USC in a Beaver Stadium White Out will hinge on the Nittany Lion defense. Can it possibly recover enough?

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