Ohio State freshman quarterback Luke Fahey will make his first career start when the Buckeyes face USC, taking over for injured quarterback Julian Sayin. Fahey, a former three-star recruit from Mission Viejo, California, earned the nod over sophomore Tavien St. Clair, a former five-star prospect who was ranked as the No. 3 quarterback in the 2025 recruiting class.
Fahey arrived at Ohio State this year and has impressed coaches enough to leapfrog St. Clair on the depth chart. The game at USC marks a significant opportunity for the true freshman to showcase his abilities on a national stage.
