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USC falls 24–7 at Wisconsin as offense stalls

No. 16 USC managed one touchdown and could not recover after Wisconsin took control in the second half Saturday night in Madison.

Published October 24, 2026 • Source: Los Angeles Times

Wisconsin beat USC 24–7 at Camp Randall Stadium, handing the Trojans their second loss of the season. USC led briefly after Jayden Maiava’s second-quarter touchdown pass to Taniela Tupou, but Wisconsin carried a 10–7 lead into halftime and expanded it after the break.

Final: Wisconsin 24, USC 7

Where: Camp Randall Stadium, Madison, Wisconsin

USC record: 6–2

Wisconsin pulls away after halftime

The Los Angeles Times reported that Wisconsin used a fourth-down touchdown in the third quarter to make it a two-score game, then added a late rushing touchdown. The Times also reported that USC finished with minus-17 rushing yards and missed two kicks.

USC returns to Los Angeles next Saturday to host Ohio State.

Original local reporting and live game coverage: Read the Los Angeles Times →