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USC at Risk of Being Surpassed For No. 1 Recruiting Class by SEC Powerhouse

It feels like the early 2000s in Los Angeles as the USC Trojans are currently dominating the recruiting space. Following the hiring of Notre Dame's Chad Bowden as the program's general manager, the Trojans have received an injection of energy and success on the trail.

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USC Trojans Among Highest NIL Spenders On Recruiting In Big Ten

The USC Trojans are building an elite recruiting class of 2026. With the current landscape of college football, Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals play a role in recruiting.

USC Trojans News / Athlon Sports / May 8

USC Shocks Rising 2027 Talent With Sudden Offer

The USC Trojans are getting the ball rolling on pursuing 2027 football talent. But they shocked one incoming junior with a sudden offer. USC had coaches present for the Sierra Canyon High College showcase featuring Newbury Park High Tuesday.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 8

USC Trojans Quarterback Husan Longstreet Rapidly Developing, Instant Impact?

The USC Trojans pulled off one of the most impressive recruiting coups of the 2025 cycle when they flipped five-star quarterback Husan Longstreet away from Texas A&M.

USC Trojans News / Athlon Sports / May 7

Five-Star Alijah Arenas Took Jab at USC's Rival After Waking Up From Coma

USC Trojans' top ranked college basketball recruit in recent years Alijah Arenas, a five-star recruit and Gilbert Arenas' son, has recently been battling a car accident that landed him an induced coma.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / May 7

What Lincoln Riley Said About 'Tremendous' Hire Trumain Carroll, USC Strength Coach

USC Trojans football has hired Trumain Carroll as the new Director of Football Sports Performance, the program announced Tuesday. Carroll, a veteran strength and conditioning coach with more than two decades of experience, joins head coach Lincoln Riley’s staff after helping lead a cultural and physical transformation at Kansas State University.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / May 7

USC Trojans Hire New Director Of Football Sports Performance

After surprisingly moving on from Bennie Wylie last week, the USC Trojans have officially hired a new Director of Football Sports Performance. There were reports that the Trojans were targeting Indiana’s Derek Ownings, but he opted to stay with the Hoosiers after receiving a nice little pay raise.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / May 7

USC Trojans In The Driver Seat For Elite Prospect After 'In-Home' Island Visit

The USC Trojans are out on the recruiting trail, and one of their recent stops was on the beautiful island of Hawaii for an in-home visit to 4-star linebacker Talanoa Ili.

Desmond Claude News / USC Trojans on SI / May 7

Kentucky Not In The Mix For Elite USC Trojans Transfer Guard Desmond Claude

The USC Trojans men’s basketball team lost one of their best players to the NCAA Transfer Portal. USC guard Desmond Claude entered the portal on April 23, and the Kentucky Wildcats were rumored to be in the mix for Claude.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 7

4-Star Defensive Lineman Recruit Elijah Harmon Leaning Towards USC Trojans Over Texas?

The USC Trojans have strong momentum recruiting and are looking to build their class of 2027 early. The Trojans have been targeting four-star defensive lineman Elijah Harmon.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 6

Alijah Arenas Recovering Well After Fiery Crash Per Father Gilbert Arenas

USC Trojans basketball commit Alijah Arenas, one of the nation’s top high school recruits and the son of former NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas, is recovering after being hospitalized following a fiery single-car crash in Los Angeles on April 24.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / May 6

USC Trojans, Lincoln Riley Underrated Before 2025 Season? Top-25 Rankings Snub

The USC Trojans are no stranger to preseason buzz, but the silence has been deafening this spring. Despite a much-improved defense, returning talent at key positions, and a top-ranked 2026 recruiting class, USC failed to crack the top 25 of a major post-spring college football rankings.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / May 6

USC Trojans Commits Discuss Recruiting Momentum, General Manager Chad Bowden

The USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley have been building an elite recruiting class of 2026. The Trojans are emphasizing recruiting in-state players, and have the most commitments in the nation.

USC Trojans News / Athlon Sports / May 6

USC Gaining New Momentum for No. 1 Hawaii Prospect

The USC Trojans have casted a net around Southern California talent for 2026. But they're now attempting to stretch to the island. And are now gaining new momentum for Hawaii's top prospect. Talanoa Ili and his family hosted two members of the USC coaching staff.

College Football News / Yardbarker / May 7

ND scheduling update could mean end of historic rivalry

Notre Dame scheduling update could spell end of historic USC rivalry

The annual Notre Dame-USC rivalry game could be on life support.

Ohio State fans furious after learning that Jim Knowles initiated move to PSU

Todd McShay mocks LSU star No. 1 overall in 2026 NFL Draft

Oklahoma makes interesting transfer portal move with this FCS QB

Analyst doesn't know what to make of Alabama heading into 2025

All hail NFL mock draft king: P.A. man excels at mastering 'puzzle'

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 6

USC Trojans Staff Visiting Blue-Chip Recruits: Ethan 'Boobie' Feaster, Talanoa Ili

After spending last week venturing around Southern California in recruiting, the USC Trojans are back on the road this week, visiting top out of state

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / May 5

Top 2026 WR Now Narrowing Search To USC Trojans and 3 SEC Powerhouses

The USC Trojans are assembling a highly regarded recruiting class for 2026, actively pursuing top prospects on both sides of the ball. A key target for USC coach Lincoln Riley and his staff is four-star wide receiver Ethan “Boobie” Feaster, who has narrowed his choices to four schools and set a commitment date.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 5

USC Trojans Coaches Visit Hawaii For Elite Linebacker Recruit Talanoa Ili

Members of the USC Trojans coaching staff traveled to La'ie, Hawaii, to visit four-star linebacker and USC recruiting target Talanoa Ili. Ili's father, Glen Ili, posted a picture onto social media of USC defensive line coach Shaun Nua and linebackers coach Rob Ryan spending time wiith Ili's family.

Eric Musselman News / USC Trojans on SI / May 4

USC Trojans' Eric Musselman Lands High-Scoring Transfer Portal Guard Jordan Marsh

The USC Trojans and coach Eric Musselman remain active in the transfer portal. On the Sunday, the Trojans added another player from the portal in former

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 4

USC Trojans Commits Simote Katoanga, Chase Deniz Win MVP Honors at Recruiting Camp

The Under Armour Next Football Camp Series continued this weekend at Mission Viejo High School in Orange County. The one-day event features optional athletic

College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / May 4

USC Basketball Lands Scoring Option Who Delivered 18.8 PPG

USC Trojans basketball is one more program hitting the transfer portal hard on campus. Head coach Eric Musselman and company are now adding a new scoring option -- one who delivered 18.8 points per game last season. Jordan Marsh of North Carolina-Asheville is heading to the Land of Troy, Joe Tipton of On3 reported Sunday morning.

Chasen Johnson News / LAFB Network / May 4

Defensive Back Transfer Commits to USC Trojans After Wild Portal Journey

The USC Trojans have been actively working to strengthen their defense, both through the transfer portal and recruiting, following the departure of several players.

USC Trojans News / Yardbarker / May 1