Ohio State lost 30-18 to the USC Trojans on October 31, 2026, at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in an NCAA football matchup that highlighted ongoing offensive line struggles for the Buckeyes.
Wide receiver Jeremiah Smith scored a touchdown and was congratulated by offensive lineman Luke Montgomery during a two-point conversion attempt, but the Buckeyes could not overcome the deficit.
Fans and analysts have expressed frustration with the offensive line's performance, calling for improvements as the season progresses.
