No. 7 USC faces challenge in determined Oregon State

Southern California tight end Malcolm Epps, left, can't get to a pass in the end zone as Fresno State defensive back Evan Williams defends during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Oregon State wide receiver Anthony Gould is lifted by offensive lineman Jake Levengood after scoring a touchdown against Montana State during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Portland, Ore., Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022. (AP Photo/Craig Mitchelldyer)

Southern California quarterback Caleb Williams runs the ball during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Fresno State Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Oregon State coach Jonathan Smith watches from the sideline during the second half of the team's NCAA college football game against Montana State in Portland, Ore., Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022. (AP Photo/Craig Mitchelldyer)

Southern California wide receiver Mario Williams, left, gestures after completing a pass during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Fresno State Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Oregon State's Silas Bolden, left, celebrates with Jaden Robinson after a kick return during the second half of the team's NCAA college football game against Montana State in Portland, Ore., Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022. (AP Photo/Craig Mitchelldyer)