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USC Trojans Defense Erases Multiple Doubts in Win Over Penn State

The USC Trojans defense, long questioned for inconsistent road performances, delivered a decisive statement in a hard-fought 24-20 victory over Penn State at Beaver Stadium. Despite allowing quarterback Rocco Becht to accumulate 289 passing yards and a touchdown, the Trojans’ unit stifled the Nittany Lions’ rushing attack—limiting them to just 68 yards on the ground—and forced four tackles for loss, including two sacks.

Defensive end Luke Wafle, who had already recorded his first career sack against Washington, added another takeaway, marking his second of the season. The game remained tightly contested through three quarters, with both teams trading scores and punts, even briefly handing Penn State a one-point lead.

However, a critical turnover in the fourth quarter shifted momentum, allowing USC to secure its largest road win under coach Lincoln Riley’s tenure, silencing doubts about their defensive resilience on the road.

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