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Paul Finebaum Rips CFP Committee Over Ohio State Ranking; Buckeyes Have No Margin for Error

Ohio State Buckeyes running back Bo Jackson (25) celebrates a first down run behind USC Trojans cornerback Jontez Williams (0) during the NCAA football game at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Oct. 31, 2026. Ohio State lost 30-18. Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch

November 4, 2026

Paul Finebaum believes the College Football Playoff selection committee got it wrong about Ohio State. After Ohio State opened the initial CFP rankings at No. 12, the ESPN analyst questioned how the committee evaluated the Buckeyes, particularly the value of their road performance against Texas and their head-to-head victory over Indiana. “They went to Texas, Greeny, in the second week of the season. That’s what you’re supposed to do in…

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Ohio State’s Loss to USC Exposed the Flaws That Have Been There All Along

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November 1, 2026

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Ohio State lost 30-18 to USC as penalties, turnovers, defensive breakdowns, and red zone failures exposed problems beyond Luke Fahey. LOS ANGELES — Ohio State needed to help its true freshman quarterback Luke Fahey in his first start. Instead, the Buckeyes made nearly every mistake possible, putting him in a difficult position. USC defeated Ohio State 30-18 on Halloween night at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, handing the Buckeyes their…

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Ohio State vs. USC Recap: Buckeyes Fall Short, 30-18, as Self-Inflicted Wounds Plague OSU

Ohio State quarterback Luke Fahey warms up before an NCAA college football game against Southern California, Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, in Los Angeles.AP Photo/Ryan Sun

October 31, 2026

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Ohio State comes up short in Los Angeles as the USC Trojans capitalize on a slew of miscues by the Buckeyes. Ohio State won the toss and elected to defer. USC didn’t take long to seize momentum: on the second play of the game, Trent Mosley took a 69-yard screen pass for a touchdown. The Buckeyes would have to start from behind with a true freshman at quarterback. OSU set…

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Ohio State vs. USC TSB Staff Picks: Buckeyes and Trojans Collide in Big Ten Showdown

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October 30, 2026

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The Silver Bulletin staff predicts Ohio State vs. USC, including score picks and analysis ahead of Saturday’s Big Ten showdown. Ohio State travels to Los Angeles for a primetime matchup against USC with plenty on the line for both programs. The Buckeyes are navigating life without Julian Sayin, while Lincoln Riley’s Trojans are looking to rebound and keep their College Football Playoff hopes alive. The spread opened as Ohio State…

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USC’s Response After Wisconsin: Can Lincoln Riley’s Trojans Rebound Against Ohio State?

Sep 26, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley walks off the field after the game against the Oregon Ducks at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

October 28, 2026

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USC is coming off a 24-7 loss against Wisconsin. Can the Trojans rebound against Ohio State on Saturday? The Trojans have had a season to remember, at least. Lincoln Riley has his team at 6-2, with their only losses coming to Oregon and Wisconsin. But he is still on the hot seat after being ranked this past week. The Trojans have struggled on defense this season. They’ve allowed just over…

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Ryan Day Challenges Ohio State Offensive Line and Running Backs to Step Up Against USC

Ohio State Buckeyes offensive lineman Carson Hinzman (75) motions during the NCAA football game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Memorial Stadium Stadium in Bloomington, Ind. on Oct. 17, 2026. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect

October 28, 2026

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Ryan Day wants the Buckeyes to run with greater physicality, while Carson Hinzman knows Ohio State must account for a talented USC defensive front. Ohio State’s offensive line will play a major role in how the Buckeyes operate against USC on Saturday, especially as the running game becomes a more consistent part of the offense. Ryan Day challenged Ohio State’s running backs to run with greater physicality during his Oct….

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History of Ohio State Football’s Trips to USC and High Stakes For 2026 Conference Showdown

October 28, 2026

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Ohio State football’s Halloween night visit to Southern California features high stakes for the Buckeyes and the Trojans. The Ohio State Buckeyes and USC Trojans don’t have much history against each other, especially lately, even with the Trojans joining the Big Ten in recent years. USC leads the all-time series 13-10-1, with a 5-3-1 home record against the Scarlet and Gray. In the last five meetings, spanning from 1989 to…

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Matt Patricia Breaks Down the Challenge USC’s Passing Game Presents for Ohio State

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October 26, 2026

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Matt Patricia breaks down the challenge USC quarterback Jayden Maiava poses for Ohio State as the Trojans come off a 24-7 loss to Wisconsin. Ohio State defensive coordinator Matt Patricia expects USC to challenge his defense at every level of the field when the Buckeyes travel to Los Angeles on Saturday. The Trojans enter the matchup at 6-2 overall and 3-2 in Big Ten play after a 24-7 loss to…

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Arthur Smith Explains How Ohio State Will Adapt Its Offense Without Julian Sayin

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October 21, 2026

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Arthur Smith explains how Ohio State will adapt its offense without Julian Sayin, including the quarterback competition, running game, and USC matchup. COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State will not ask Luke Fahey or Tavien St. Clair to become Julian Sayin. Offensive coordinator Arthur Smith made that clear Tuesday as the Buckeyes began preparing to play the remainder of the season without their starting quarterback. Smith’s approach is to identify what…

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BREAKING: Ohio State QB Julian Sayin Out Indefinitely, Luke Fahey and Tavien St. Clair Will Battle

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) returns to the field in a sling during the NCAA football game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Memorial Stadium Stadium in Bloomington, Ind. on Oct. 17, 2026. Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch

October 20, 2026

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Ryan Day says Ohio State is preparing to play without Julian Sayin through the postseason after the quarterback was injured against Indiana. Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin is out indefinitely with an injury suffered against Indiana, and the Buckeyes are preparing to move forward without their starting quarterback for the remainder of the 2026 season. Head coach Ryan Day announced Tuesday that Ohio State is planning for Sayin to be…

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