USC, UCLA claim victories in first Big Ten games of 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 2:47 PM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026
The 2026 Big Ten Roundup included the first conference games of the season, with USC defeating Rutgers 42-35 and UCLA topping Purdue. Key performances came from both USC's Dylan Lonergan, who passed for three touchdowns, and UCLA's offense, which energized their strong win. Other notable games saw Ohio State dominate Kent State 59-3, while Indiana shut out Western Kentucky 38-0. As teams begin conference play, the focus will shift to upcoming matchups and performance adjustments.
- •USC defeats Rutgers 42-35 in their conference opener.
- •UCLA beats Purdue, marking their first Big Ten game.
- •Ohio State wins decisively against Kent State, 59-3.
- •Indiana continues strong play with a 38-0 victory over Western Kentucky.
- •Big Ten teams begin crucial conference matchups as season progresses.
- 2:47 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 Big Ten Roundup-- First two Big Ten games of the season
"The third week of the 2026 Big Ten Roundup featured the first two Big Ten Conference games of the season.
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