USC came into Corvallis Saturday night looking to right the ship after some midseason turmoil. The Beavers got the ball to start and had to punt after failing to convert on 3rd and short. USC got the ball and immediately got to work rushing the ball for consistent gains against the Oregon State defense. USC’s opening drive was ominous as they used 17 plays to march 87 yards for a rushing touchdown.
The Beavers with Jake Luton under center were moving the ball, but the offense surprisingly could not develop any type of offense on the ground. Jermar Jefferson managed just 58 yards on 18 carries, as running lanes were scarce against the Trojan defense.