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USC Commit Gavin Williams Recruiting Four-Star Cornerback for Trojans

One of USC’s biggest strengths in their new recruiting strategy has been establishing talent pipelines with California schools, in particular programs within the Trinity League.

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Most Dynamic Receiver Corps the USC Trojans Secondary Will Look to Contain

USC has its best cornerback room in the Lincoln Riley era. The Trojans have a great combination of returning production, transfer portal additions and blue-chip freshman. It’s a room that will be tested throughout the 2026 season as the Trojans face several opponents with deep and talented receiver corps.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 7

USC Trojans' In-State Recruiting Machine Keeps Gaining Speed

Official visits have come and gone. Recruits have been making their decision as college football teams are putting a bow on their recruiting classes for

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 7

USC Trojans Trending for Three-Star Running Back Recruit

The 2028 recruiting cycle is well underway at Southern Cal. In 2026, there was a focus on the trenches, while in 2027 it was about acquiring blue-chip skilled-position players.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 7

One Key Question for USC Offensive Lineman Breck Kolojay Before Freshman Season

The race for IMG Academy (Fla.) four-star offensive lineman Breck Kolojay last summer was an intense one. Kolojay took official visits to Oklahoma, Colorado, Ohio State, Miami, Georgia and USC. He was a frequent visitor to Miami, and the Canes were the favorites at the beginning of the summer, while Georgia was a major player.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 7

USC Trojans Basketball Makes Big Move for Top-Ranked Recruit

The USC Trojans women’s basketball program has its sights set on potentially adding another future college basketball star. Consensus No. 1 overall prospect

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 5

USC Pitcher Andrew Johnson Turns Heads With Team USA Honor

Andrew Johnson has made USC Trojans baseball history. The sophomore right-handed pitcher became the first USC player to be named to the USA Baseball Collegiate National Team since 2005 when former Trojans pitcher Ian Kennedy made the team. Johnson earned a spot on the team following an impressive performance during the training camp trials.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 5

USC Pitcher Andrew Johnson Named to USA Collegiate National Team

Andrew Johnson has made USC Trojans baseball history. The sophomore right-handed pitcher became the first USC player to be named to the USA Baseball Collegiate National Team since 2005. The last Trojan baseball star to make the USA team was Ian Kennedy.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / July 6

Three Questions That Will Define USC Trojans, Lincoln Riley's Season

USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley is entering his fifth regular season leading the program, and the upcoming fall might be the most pivotal one yet for the USC coach.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 5

One Key Position Group That Will Impact USC Trojans' Playoff Hopes

Heading into the 2026 season, the USC Trojans seem to be just on the verge of competing near the top of the Big Ten as well as for a spot in the College Football Playoff.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 5

Biggest Test For USC Trojans in the Regular Season

The USC Trojans enter their fifth season under coach Lincoln Riley under pressure to break through and reach the College Football Playoff in what will be a competitive Big Ten conference.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 5

USC Trojans Stacking Recruiting Classes at Key Position

Last recruiting cycle, USC signed an impressive haul at the wide receiver position in four-stars Boobie Feaster, Kayden Dixon-Wyatt, Trent Mosley and Luc Weaver, and three-stars Tron Baker and Roderick Tezeno. It’s a group that has generated plenty of buzz since arriving on campus and ready to make an immediate impact in the fall.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 5

USC Trojans' Three Most Important Players Next Season

The USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley must find a way to perform at their best next season, otherwise next offseason may bring some tough questions to answer.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 4

USC Trojans Freshman Deshonne Redeaux Draws Buzz With Beach Workout

The 2026 season is fast approaching, and the USC Trojans have been going through summer workouts under the direction of strength coach Trumain Carroll,

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 4

USC Recruiting Target Participating in Under Armour Next Camp Tour

The Under Armour Next Camp tour is making a stop in Maui, Hawaii over the Fourth of July weekend. There will be numerous recruits putting their talent on display during this camp.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 4

Why the USC Trojans Are Big Winners in Summer Recruiting

The USC Trojans, led by coach Lincoln Riley, have emerged as one of the top recruiting schools in the entire country, as they have the No. 1 recruiting class for 2026 and, as it stands now, have the No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 4

The Underrated Strength of USC Trojans' Recruiting Class

USC has been in the final stages of its 2027 recruiting class for quite some time. It’s a much smaller class with 14 commitments compared to the 35 recruits the Trojans signed in their No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 4

One Key Question for USC Defensive Lineman Tomuhini Topui Before Freshman Season

Freshman defensive lineman Tomuhini “TomTom” Topui was one of the more impactful recruiting flips in recent memory for USC. Topui committed to Oregon in the fall of 2024, his junior season, but the Trojans began making a serious run at the Mater Dei (Calif.) product after the hiring of general manager Chad Bowden last January.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 4

The Most Notable Players By Jersey Number For USC

In the history of the USC Trojans’ football program, there have been several great players, with many of them carving out sustained success in the NFL as well.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 3

USC Trojans Heading Back to Acrisure Series This Season

The USC Trojans men’s basketball team has announced the early-season neutral-site series that they will be taking part in this year. After winning the

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 3

Average Ticket Prices for USC Trojans Road Games This Season

For fans who like to travel with the Trojans, there are five away games of the 2026 season. While dates are set for these games, kickoff times have yet to be determined for most of the matchups. However, tickets are for sale on the secondary market, and ticket prices are provided by Seat Geek and Vivid Seats.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 3

Most Challenging Month on USC Trojans Football Schedule

The USC Trojans never have to worry about the "strength of schedule" argument each season. USC plays in a conference that's produced the last three national champions.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 2

Why USC's Schedule Ranks Among Toughest in Big Ten

With the pressure continuing to rise on the USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley, being able to stack wins consistently is critical in order to keep postseason hopes alive.

College Football News / SuperWest Sports / July 1

10 Teams From West Most Likely to Make the 2026 Playoff: Why these 10 teams have a reasonable chance of landing in the CFP

After the long hot summer comes the crisp fall mornings of football season. So, as we anticipate the first kickoff of 2026, let’s look ahead to the end of the upcoming season.

Makai Lemon News / Yardbarker / June 2

Eagles get Makai Lemon injury news after OTA scare

Expecting Lemon to fill Brown's shoes will be a tall order. That said, the Eagles moved up in the first round of the draft to make sure he didn't slip past them.

A.J. Brown addresses major concern after being traded from Eagles to Patriots

Patriots' Mike Vrabel addresses possible A.J. Brown red flags after trade with Eagles

A.J. Brown addresses Jalen Hurts rumors after being traded from Eagles to Patriots

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