“He Should Never Play Another Game for USC”: Trojans Fans Sick of Jayden Maiava After 3 INT Performance in 27–13 Loss vs. Indiana

November 15, 2026 · Yahoo Sports

Southern California Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava. © IMAGN

USC Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava had a disappointing outing in the 27-13 loss against the Indiana Hoosiers. He threw three interceptions, including two in the fourth quarter that helped No. 9 Indiana secure the victory. Maiava completed 26 of 42 passes for 311 yards and one touchdown.

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In the three losses USC has suffered this season, Maiava has thrown for 894 yards with four TDs against six interceptions, struggling in tougher matchups.

Fans shared their opinions on Maiava after USC’s loss against Indiana.

“Jayden Maiava should never play another game for USC,” one fan wrote.

USC QB Jayden Maiava Accepts His Mistakes in Indiana Loss

Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava started well in the first half against Indiana, completing 14 of 16 passes for 145 yards, one touchdown and one interception. The game was tied at 10 entering halftime. However, Maiava struggled in the second half.

With USC trailing 20-13 in the fourth quarter, linebacker Isaiah Jones picked off Maiava inside Indiana’s five-yard line. Maiava was then intercepted by Jamari Sharpe in the fourth quarter to end any comeback hopes for USC. His first interception came in the second quarter to Indiana defensive back Preston Zachman, setting up a 21-yard field goal for the Hoosiers.

After the loss, Maiava acknowledged he could have done better.

“Just got to play better at the quarterback position. Trust it and be able to flush it,” Maiava said via SI. “It was a great defense. We got a really great offense as well. Just got to play better at the quarterback position.”

The defeat is USC’s third of the season, denting its chances for a spot in the 12-team College Football Playoff field.