Ryan Day faces criticism after Ohio State's loss to USC

Ohio State suffered a 30-18 defeat against USC on November 5, 2026. The loss underscores a troubling trend for the Buckeyes under head coach Ryan Day, as it marks the breaking of historic winning streaks. Critics point to game mismanagement, particularly in quarterback Luke Fahey's decision-making and the underutilization of key players. As Florida recruiting becomes pertinent, ongoing failures in big games could jeopardize Ohio State's future success. Ohio State fans express frustration with the recent performance and demand a turnaround.

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