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USC Trojans Gear Up for Big Ten Clash with Ohio State
11 Jun
Summary
- USC and Ohio State will face off on Halloween night at the Coliseum.
- This marks the first time the Buckeyes visit USC since 2008.
- USC leads the all-time series against Ohio State 13-10-1.
The USC Trojans are set to host the Ohio State Buckeyes for a highly anticipated Halloween night football game on October 31st at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. This marks a significant return for Ohio State, as it's their first visit to the Coliseum since 2008, a game USC won 35-3.
Since that encounter, the two programs have met twice more, with Ohio State securing victories in 2009 and during the 2017 Cotton Bowl. USC currently holds a narrow 13-10-1 advantage in the all-time series. This upcoming game will be their inaugural meeting as conference adversaries within the Big Ten.
The Trojans also face a challenging 2026 schedule, including away games against Rutgers and Penn State, and home matchups against Oregon and Indiana. USC's home record at the Coliseum in 2025 was a perfect 7-0.
To achieve a potential playoff berth, USC will need to navigate a demanding schedule, securing crucial wins against top-tier opponents like Ohio State and defending national champions Indiana, both of whom they are yet to play as Big Ten members.
