Ohio State rises to No. 2 as USC test approaches

Ohio State moved from No. 3 to No. 2 in the AP poll while idle, with BYU’s loss contributing to the change; Miami is No. 1 and Indiana No. 4. The 4-0 Big Ten Buckeyes visit USC on Oct. 31. Siereveld is returning to practice and could be available, but his progress and game status are not confirmed; Day also noted lingering concerns for Jay Timmons and Kenyatta Jackson Jr.