Wisconsin upsets No. 16 USC 24-7 in defensive struggle

The Wisconsin Badgers secured a 24-7 upset victory over No. 16 USC at Camp Randall Stadium. The win improves Wisconsin to 5-2 overall and 3-1 in Big Ten play, while USC falls to 5-2.

Wisconsin's defense dominated the matchup, holding the Trojans to minus-17 rushing yards and recording five sacks. Former USC transfer Bryan Jackson scored a first-half touchdown for the Badgers, marking his first score with the team. Quarterback Colton Joseph contributed a 16-yard touchdown pass to Chris Brooks Jr. to extend the lead in the third quarter.

USC struggled offensively, particularly in the run game, and quarterback Jayden Maiava threw two interceptions. Following the loss, USC coach Lincoln Riley expressed disappointment in his team's performance across all three phases of the ball.