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No. 2 Ohio State’s Quarterback Mess Just Handed USC Fans Their Halloween Miracle

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Halloween is going to be a college football Saturday packed with drama, and the Florida Gators just pulled off an upset against Texas on the road that has everyone talking. Now they are looking to keep that momentum rolling against Georgia in the World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party, and believe me, this game has some serious potential to be spicy.

Gators Looking to Keep Georgia on Its Toes

Florida proved it can absolutely hang with the big dogs by knocking off Texas, a top team, away from home. What makes them dangerous? Jadan Baugh is a problem. He is their go-to guy for keeping the offense churning, grinding out yards, and finishing those crucial drives. His ability to just chew clock and keep the ball away from Georgia’s offense could be the key here. Look, Georgia is still the better team, no doubt. But the Bulldogs have been giving up yardage on the ground in recent games, and let’s not forget, last year’s clash between these two was decided by just four points. Expect Florida to make this rivalry game tight, competitive, and maybe just stay within the 12-point spread. It’s not a stretch to think they can do it.

USC Has an Opening Against a Shaky Buckeyes Offense

Over on the West Coast, USC is facing a monster challenge at home against No. 2 Ohio State. The Trojans are coming off an ugly loss at Wisconsin, and their defense has been a bit of a sieve, giving up at least 21 points in six straight games. That’s rough, no sugarcoating it. But here’s the twist, the Buckeyes are walking into the Coliseum with a seriously unsettled quarterback situation. They might be without Julian Sayin, which would leave the workload to a true freshman and Tavien St. Clair. That is a lot to ask of young guys, especially on the road. Ohio State hasn’t exactly been dominant away from home, either. While the Buckeyes can absolutely win this game, asking that uncertain quarterback room to cover more than a touchdown on the road feels like a huge ask. USC, at home, might just surprise some folks with the points.

This Halloween Saturday is loaded with matchups that could shake things up early in the season. Keep your eyes glued to these games; there’s always something wild to see when these rivalries heat up.

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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.

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