Week 9 College Football Predictions: Ohio State vs. USC and More

As Week 9 of college football approaches, Joel Klatt provides his predictions, highlighting the matchup between Ohio State and USC. Ohio State, currently ranked No. 2, will visit USC, which is under pressure following a loss to Wisconsin.

Klatt notes that Ohio State is favored by 6.5 points, despite uncertainties surrounding their quarterback Julian Sayin's replacement. He emphasizes the strength of Ohio State's defense, particularly their defensive line, which has shown improvement over recent games. In contrast, USC's offensive line has struggled, leading to concerns about their performance against a formidable opponent.

Klatt predicts a final score of Ohio State 20, USC 10, indicating that Ohio State will cover the spread. He also discusses other matchups, including Georgia against Florida and Texas Tech facing Arizona, providing insights into each team's strengths and weaknesses.