USC Trojans face Halloween matchup

USC Trojans face pivotal matchup against No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes on Halloween after second loss this season.

Lincoln Riley's USC tenure challenges

Lincoln Riley hired by USC in November 2021 with optimism after leading Oklahoma Sooners to College Football Playoff success.

Joel Klatt identifies run game issue

Joel Klatt says USC lacks run game success compared to Oklahoma, with run game ranking 103rd in yards per carry.

“The biggest difference between Lincoln Riley at USC and Lincoln Riley at Oklahoma is the lack of run game for the Trojans”

USC run game statistics

USC running back King Miller leads with 602 yards and four touchdowns, averaging 4.8 yards per carry.

USC offensive line struggles

USC offensive line averages 3.9 yards per carry and ranks 52nd in total sacks allowed.

Caleb Williams' Heisman success

Former USC quarterback Caleb Williams won Heisman Trophy in 2022 and became No. 1 NFL Draft pick.

USC playoff odds

USC has long odds at +1900 for playoff this year compared to teams like Iowa at +1200.

USC's postseason challenges

USC has not made postseason since CFP expanded to four teams, with margin for error slim after Wisconsin loss.

Riley's NFL talent production

Riley produced NFL running backs including Rhamondre Stevenson, Joe Mixon, and Samaje Perine at Oklahoma.

USC's run game contrast

USC run game ranks 103rd nationally while Oklahoma run game ranked number one.

“It's not the passing game, it's not the defense, it's the run game”