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ESPN’s computer model reveals bold prediction for Ohio State-USC game

Despite the indefinite loss of quarterback Julian Sayin to a throwing-arm injury, ESPN's Power Index model anticipates a dominant performance from Ohio State in their upcoming road game. The algorithm, which simulated the matchup 20,000 times, favors the Buckeyes by 13.4 points over USC.

Head coach Ryan Day has yet to name a starter between Luke Fahey and Tavien St. Clair to replace Sayin, who was injured during a recent win against Indiana.

Meanwhile, USC quarterback Jayden Maiava looks to challenge the Ohio State defense, which currently holds opponents to 13.4 points per game. The Trojans are hoping to rebound from a loss to Wisconsin by utilizing an offense that averages 32.8 points, while Ohio State continues to rely on star receiver Jeremiah Smith.

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