USC Trojans: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

College Football News / The Spun / September 28

Paul Finebaum Accuses Lincoln Riley Of 'Disgraceful' Move, Urges USC To Fire Him

ESPN personality Paul Finebaum isn’t a fan of USC football coach Lincoln Riley, that’s for sure. During this Monday’e episode of “First Take,” Finebaum was asked if USC’s one-game suspension for linebacker Desman Stephens II was enough of a punishment.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 28

Viral Photo Tells Different Side of USC's Reaction to Dante Moore Injury

The No. 18 USC Trojans endured fierce criticism during and after their 41-27 loss to No. 15 Oregon. Fans took to social media to call out linebacker Desman Stephens II for delivering the targeting hit on quarterback Dante Moore and mocking Oregon's "flock" celebration afterward.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / September 28

Lincoln Riley Draws Uncomfortable Comparison After Latest Loss

LOS ANGELES - The No. 18 USC Trojans’ path to the College Football Playoff just got a lot tougher. The Trojans dropped their first game of the 2026 season 41-27 to the then-No.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / September 27

Lincoln Riley Says USC Has a Good Football Team, Prove It

The support for USC coach Lincoln Riley is at its breaking point after suffering a 41-27 loss to Oregon on Saturday night. In a must-win game and undoubtedly the most important one in his five seasons and the Trojans head coach, Riley failed and he failed miserably.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / September 27

USC Trojans Defensive Struggles Have One Common Denominator

Defensive struggles were the main reason why coach Lincoln Riley’s teams at Oklahoma were never able to get past the College Football Semifinals. It’s what kept USC out of the College Football Playoff in 2022, Riley’s first season, and why they ultimately wasted their two years with Heisman Trophy winner Caleb Williams.

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 27

CFB analyst puts USC's Lincoln Riley on hot seat after loss to Oregon

Riley is 39-19 in his fifth season in L.A., but there were far greater expectations when he shockingly left the Oklahoma Sooners to come take the job in sunny Southern California.

USC HC Lincoln Riley continues to fall short when it matters most

Oregon QB Dante Moore taken off on stretcher after cheap shot

Indiana's winning streak reaches 20 games, but it should serve as wakeup call

The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz

College Football News / ESPN / September 27

USC suspends LB Stephens after ejection for hit on Oregon QB Moore

USC suspended linebacker Desman Stephens II one game due to the conduct he exhibited in Saturday night's game against Oregon following a late hit on quarterback Dante Moore.

USC Trojans News / Yardbarker / September 27

USC HC Lincoln Riley continues to fall short when it matters most

Year 5 was supposed to be different for the USC Trojans and Lincoln Riley.

Oregon QB Dante Moore taken off on stretcher after cheap shot

Clock may be running out on Deion Sanders at Colorado

Mike Locksley's seat only getting hotter after Maryland gets embarrassed at home

Wisconsin gets biggest win of Luke Fickell era with comeback over No. 13 Penn State

The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / September 28

USC Trojans Defender Ignites Controversy for Reaction to Dante Moore Hit

USC linebacker Desman Stephens II drew immediate attention Saturday night for his reaction after being ejected for targeting Oregon quarterback Dante Moore, who was taken from the field on a stretcher following the hit.

Desman Stephens II News / The Spun / September 26

USC Linebacker Desman Stephens II Locks His Instagram After Dante Moore Hit

While some college football fans and even a few analysts have defended USC linebacker Desman Stephens II over the big hit he laid on Oregon QB Dante Moore in today’s game, many more are furious with him.

College Football News / TWSN / September 26

USC Cannot Call Themselves a Big Ten Contender Without Beating Oregon

The USC Trojans are unbeaten, and quarterback Jayden Maiava is putting up game-changing numbers while Lincoln Riley‘s offense looks capable of scoring in any situation.

College Football News / CFB-HQ on SI / September 26

David Pollack Picks Winner of Oregon-USC

There may not be another game on the Week 4 college football schedule that carries more weight and importance for both teams than No. 12 USC hosting No.

Lincoln Riley News / The Spun / September 25

Urban Meyer Puts Serious Pressure On Lincoln Riley Ahead Of Oregon vs. USC

Former Ohio State head coach Urban Meyer is applying some pressure on Lincoln Riley ahead of this Saturday’s game between No. 20 Oregon and No. 12 USC.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 25

USC Trojans in NFL Dealing With Pivotal Injuries

The USC Trojans have a prolific history of sending players into the NFL, and the program has a number of former stars making waves on Sundays at the next level.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / September 26

Oregon Ducks vs. USC Trojans Final Preview and Prediction

If Oklahoma State was the wake-up call, then Portland State was the measured response as the Oregon Ducks followed their historic loss to the Cowboys with a historic performance of their own against the Vikings.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / September 25

Three USC Trojans Need Bigger Roles vs. Oregon to Avoid Transfer Portal Questions

After escaping Rutgers in Week 3, the No. 12 USC Trojans will be back at home to host their longtime Pac 12 rival, No. 20 Oregon Ducks. The circumstances

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 25

Lincoln Riley Explains Terrell Anderson's Limited Snaps in USC Debut

The No. 12 USC Trojans must roll without prized freshman wide receiver Trent Mosley vs. Oregon. But he's not the only notable wideout dealing with an injury before the showdown against the nation's No.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / September 24

USC Trojans Recruiting Visitor List For Oregon Game

The USC Trojans are hosting the Oregon Ducks this Saturday in what is going to be a massive game not just for the outcome of this season, but in the world of recruiting as well.

College Football News / 5 GOATs / September 22

Oregon vs. USC odds: Opening point spread revealed

We’re officially through a quarter of the regular season at this point, which means most teams have a pretty good idea what they’re working with at this point.

USC Trojans News / EssentiallySports / September 18

'I Was All Scared': Ex-USC QB Reveals Lane Kiffin’s Unimaginable Act Right Before His Firing

The Forrest Gump of connections could be former USC quarterback Max Browne. He recently shared his experience from the night of Lane Kiffin’s infamous firing from the USC Trojans.

Eric Musselman News / Larry Brown Sports / September 17

Video of Eric Musselman's heated encounter with a treasure hunter emerges

USC Trojans head coach Eric Musselman is known for his fiery ways on the sidelines, and he brought that approach to the beach over the weekend. In a video obtained by the California Post, a treasure hunter is shown having a heated exchange with the 61-year-old Musselman.