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USC Trojans Quarterback Jayden Maiava Makes NFL Draft Decision

USC Trojans announced quarterback Jayden Maiava has re-signed with the program, which means he will return to the team for the 2026 season. There was a chance the Trojans’ quarterback would declare for the 2026 NFL Draft, but he will be back leading USC's offense in 2026.

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Lincoln Riley Reveals Which USC Trojans Will Miss the Alamo Bowl

USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley met with the media on Monday and revealed the list of players that will not be playing later this month when they travel down to San Antonio for the Alamo Bowl against TCU.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / December 15

Lincoln Riley Reveals Stunning Injury News About Freshman Jahkeem Stewart

The USC Trojans finished the regular season with a record of 9-3 and will finish up 2025 in the Valero Alamo Bowl against the TCU Horned Frogs. After practice

Kamari Ramsey News / USC Trojans on SI / December 15

What Kamari Ramsey's NFL Draft Departure Means For Future Of USC Secondary

USC Trojans safety Kamari Ramsey announced his decision to declare for the 2026 NFL Draft on Monday, Dec. 15. After starting his college career with the Trojans' crosstown rival, the UCLA Bruins, Ramsey transferred to USC in 2024, where he played two seasons in the cardinal and gold.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 15

USC Signees Embracing Position Battles as They Prepare to Compete Early

A team doesn't sign 35 recruits in one cycle unless it has a group of players that aren’t afraid of competition. And that’s what USC has in their 2026 class. No matter what school high school prospects decide to sign with in major college football, the roster is filled with blue-chip recruits at their position.

Braylan Shelby News / USC Trojans on SI / December 15

What Braylan Shelby Re-Signing Says About USC Trojans' Culture

The USC Trojans announced defensive end Braylan Shelby has re-signed with the program, and the defensive end explained why he is choosing to return to USC in 2026.

JuJu Watkins News / ESPN / December 15

USC's Watkins 'trying to maximize' ACL rehab

USC star guard JuJu Watkins has begun light workouts after her ACL tear and is in attendance as a viewer at Team USA basketball camp.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 15

Why Four-Star Receiver Trent Mosley is USC's Most Underrated Recruit

Four-star wide receiver recruit Trent Mosley scored three touchdowns for Santa Margarita against De La Salle in the California Open Division state championship game, and the USC Trojans signee proved yet again why he is the most underrated prospect in USC's recruiting class.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 15

USC Trojans Land First Transfer Portal Commitment

The USC Trojans' football roster is shaping up to be more than a depth chart in 2026. It’s becoming a family affair. With the commitment of former Oklahoma State cornerback Carrington Pierce, the Trojans now have three separate sets of brothers expected to be on the roster.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 14

Three Reasons Why The USC Trojans' Defense Will Look Different In 2026

The USC Trojans' defense has been one of the program's biggest talking points under coach Lincoln Riley, for better or worse. Heading into the offseason, the Trojans have set themselves up to have one of the best defensive units in the Riley era next year with a couple of key returnees and exciting additions.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 14

How USC Star Chad Baker-Mazara's Historic Start Can Fuel Trojans' Success

While multiple players have contributed to the USC Trojans' 9-1 start to their 2025-26 college basketball season, Auburn transfer guard Chad Baker-Mazara’s impact has been pivotal to the team’s success.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 14

Three Reasons Why USC Will Have The Big Ten's Top Running Back Duo In 2026

The USC Trojans received a big boost to their offense for next year after running back Waymond Jordan re-signed with the program for the upcoming season.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 14

Preview: USC Trojans Basketball vs. Washington State

The USC Trojans men's basketball team (9–1, 1–1 Big Ten) returns to the Galen Center on Sunday afternoon looking for its 10th victory of the season against Washington State.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 13

Alamo Bowl Prediction Reveals USC's Strengths and Weaknesses

The No. 16 USC Trojans' bowl game is set as the team will face the TCU Horned Frogs in the Alamo Bowl. The matchup will take place on Dec. 30 at 6 p.m.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 13

Should USC Receiver Ja’Kobi Lane Enter the NFL Draft or Return to School

USC receiver Ja’Kobi Lane is one of several Trojans that has a decision to make about their future. The junior has one season of eligibility remaining and with the Trojans bowl game coming up on Dec.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 13

What Waymond Jordan's Return to USC Means for Trojans' Offense

USC Trojans running back Waymond Jordan is returning to school and forgoing the NFL Draft, per a report from CBS Sports' Matt Zenitz. As a result, USC could have one of the best backfield duos in the country in 2026 with Jordan returning alongside running back King Miller.

Makai Lemon News / Last Word On Sports / December 12

USC's Makai Lemon wins the Biletnikoff Award

While only a few select cream of the crop receivers end up in consideration for the Heisman Trophy, the goal for each one is the Fred Biletnikoff Award.

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USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 12

Exclusive: How a Southern Connection Drew Four-Star Recruit Peyton Dyer to USC

Growing up in Georgia, Peyton Dyer knew very little about USC. He lives in the heart of SEC country and West Coast football wasn’t on his radar. But as

JuJu Watkins News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / December 12

USC star JuJu Watkins’ latest comments on her injury recovery

JuJu Watkins likely never imagined that she would go to her first USA Basketball senior-level training camp while rehabbing from a serious injury, but she’s seemingly taking it in stride.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / December 12

Three Transfer Portal Players That Are Perfect Fits For USC and Lincoln Riley

With the No. 1 recruiting class set to arrive in Los Angeles for the 2026 season, the USC Trojans have high expectations and aim to go all in on reaching

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 12

Preview: USC Trojans vs. UConn Huskies in Top-25 Showdown

No. 16 USC welcomes No. 1 UConn to the Galen Center for one of the most anticipated games of the 2025–26 season. The Trojans enter with momentum after a grinding win over Washington, while the Huskies arrive unbeaten, explosive and guided by the nation’s strongest ball-movement attack.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / December 12

Notre Dame Athletic Director Addresses Future Rivalry with USC Trojans

The annual matchup between the USC Trojans and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish is one of the most historic rivalries in college football. The two faced off in 2025, but that was the last scheduled matchup for the near future.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / December 4

USC Trojans Close Out Historic 2026 Recruiting Class

Many said that they would not be able to hold on all the way to signing day, but the USC Trojans just officially closed out the No. 1 2026 Recruiting Class on National Signing Day.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / December 1

USC Trojans Trending To Pull Off Major Flip Ahead Of Signing Day

We are just two days away from National Signing Day, and the USC Trojans continue to hold firm with their No. 1-ranked 2026 class. They currently hold 34 commitments, but have been hunting for more, and have now earned the prediction from experts in the business to flip an elite wide receiver from Ohio State.