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Latest recruiting win makes it harder for USC to move on from Lincoln Riley

Riley received another significant recruiting win on Friday. For a coach potentially on the hot seat entering 2025, it could make it harder for USC to part ways.

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USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 4

USC Trojans' Schedule Loaded With Must-Watch Games: Toughest in Big Ten?

With the 2025 season around the corner, a new wave of games are slated for Lincoln Riley and the USC Trojans in their second year of the expanded Big Ten conference.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 3

USC Trojans Guard Rian Forestier Empowers Young Athletes Through Nonprofit 4WARD

USC Trojans women's basketball guard Rian Forestier is doing more than just preparing for another season of college basketball. The former Brandeis High School standout from San Antonio, Texas, is also the founder of 4WARD, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing middle school girls with proper basketball shoes.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 3

USC Trojans Football Schedule Toughest In Big Ten? Most Critical Matchups

The USC Trojans are looking to improve upon their 2024 season, after finishing with a 7-6 overall record, going 4-5 in Big Ten conference play. The Trojans are entering their second season in the Big Ten and despite some key role players gone, USC coach Lincoln Riley and the Trojans program are looking to take a big step.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / July 3

USC Trojans No Longer In The Running For Elite 4-Star Prospect

Elite 4-Star EDGE KJ Ford is down to three schools, and the USC Trojans are no longer in the running. He just announced the final three programs, which include: Texas A&M Florida Ohio State KJ Ford was one of the last EDGE players that the USC Trojans were recruiting to complete the position group for the 2026 class.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / July 2

Lincoln Riley Believes USC Trojans ‘Checking Every Box’ Ahead of 2025

The USC Trojans are building more than just a football facility. Inside the walls of a rapidly rising 160,000-square-foot complex, a new era of USC football is taking shape, one built on player development and national recruiting power.

USC Trojans News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Former USC Player Named as One of the Best Freshmen of the Century

True freshmen more often than not have to adjust to the college gridiron. Mike Williams didn't fit into that category. The former USC Trojans receiver, who starred for Pete Carroll's program from 2002-23, was named the No.

Jayden Maiava News / USC Trojans on SI / July 2

USC Trojans' Jayden Maiava Ranked Too Low Among Big Ten Quarterbacks?

USC Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava is the projected starter for the 2025 season. He started the last four games of 2024, winning three of them, and is now getting the chance to be the Week 1 starter.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 2

USC Trojans Predicted To Land Elite Recruit Boobie Feaster Over Texas A&M Aggies

The USC Trojans and Texas A&M Aggies have been engaged in several recruiting battles over the past couple of cycles, most notably in the 2025 class. USC made a late push last fall for Corona Centennial (Calif.) five-star quarterback Husan Longstreet, who was committed to the Aggies at the time.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / July 2

Massive USC Trojans Recruiting Intel Ahead Of July 4th Commitment Announcement

The USC Trojans are firmly in the mix for elite 4-star wide receiver Boobie Feaster as he is set to announce his commitment on Friday, July 4th. The announcement is sure to come with some fireworks, pun intended.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 2

Elite 5-Star Recruit Mark Bowman Reveals Plan With USC Trojans

Five-star tight end recruit Mark Bowman committed to the USC Trojans in May and is ready to get to work. Bowman is one of the top recruits from the class

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 2

USC Trojans' Makai Lemon, Ja'Kobi Lane Best Receiver Duo In EA College Football 26?

The USC Trojans might have the best wide receiver duo in EA College Football 26 in Makai Lemon and Ja'Kobi Lane. Both players should be definitely be among the Big Ten's best, both in the game and on the field.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / July 1

USC Trojans Priority Recruit Receives New Crystal Ball…For SEC School

The USC Trojans wrapped up the month of June with a few monster recruiting wins. The number one tight end in the country, Mark Bowman, committed at the end of May, and the Trojans gained commitments from DB Peyton Dyer, LB Talanoa Ili, and EDGE Luke Wafle in June.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / July 1

USC Trojans Ranked Too Low in Analyst's Big Ten Predictions, Penn State No. 1?

The USC Trojans’ inaugural season in the Big Ten conference was a wake up call to the former Pac-12 powerhouse – more travel with elite competition. After

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 1

USC Trojans' 5-Star Recruit, Commit Mark Bowman Best Tight End Prospect Ever?

The USC Trojans added a big piece to their top ranked 2026 recruiting class with five-star tight end recruit Mark Bowman. One of the best tight end prospects to hail from the state of California, Bowman has been widely regarded as the top prospect in the recruiting cycle.

JuJu Watkins News / USC Trojans on SI / July 1

USC Trojans' Basketball Standards Set High Despite JuJu Watkins' Injury

After USC Trojans basketball star JuJu Watkins suffered a season-ending ACL injury in their second-round NCAA Tournament game, the Trojans now look ahead while rallying around her recovery.

USC Trojans Baseball Lands Ohio State Buckeyes' Chase Herrell From Transfer Portal

Ohio State Buckeyes transfer Chase Herrell has committed to the USC Trojans, becoming the latest addition to a rapidly evolving USC baseball roster. The right-handed pitcher announced his decision Saturday, marking a reunion with Trojans pitching coach Sean Allen, who previously coached Herrell during his freshman season with the Buckeyes.

USC Trojans News / Athlon Sports / June 30