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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

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.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 2

The Benefit of USC's No-Visit Policy for Recruits

The USC Trojans have a very specific rule when it comes to players that are committed to them. Once they commit to USC, they are not allowed to go on visits to other schools. Class of 2027 recruit, wide receiver Eli Woodard committed to the USC Trojans back in February of 2026.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 2

USC Trojans Transfer Jalen Cox Pulls Back the Curtain on New Role

The USC Trojans men's basketball team has retooled for the 2026-27 season. After a season where the Trojans went 8–14 overall and 7–13 in Big Ten play, coach Eric Musselman has accumulated a roster stacked with potential and proven talent to help USC return to the NCAA Tournament.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 2

Early Look At Ticket Prices For USC Trojans Home Games

The USC Trojans' 2026 college football season is just around the corner, and the thousands of fans who will pack the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum this season are hoping to contribute to another undefeated record at home and help the program reach the College Football Playoff for the very first time.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 2

USC Trojans Battling Miami for Four-Star Recruit

In the 2028 recruiting cycle, USC is going heavy into the receiver position with 15 to 18 offerees. Now that Jett Harrison (Ohio State) and Armani Strong

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 2

Preseason Rankings Show Top Talent on USC Trojans Roster

The USC Trojans have one of the most experienced rosters in the nation, but two players in particular could be vital for the Trojans' success. USC quarterback Jayden Maiava and cornerback Jontez Williams were ranked inside of the PFF College 50 as two of the best college football athletes in the nation.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / July 1

Most Underlooked Moves Lincoln Riley Made on USC Trojans Coaching Staff

USC made major headlines this offseason with the hiring of former longtime TCU head coach Gary Patterson to replace D’Anton Lynn as their defensive coordinator.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 1

USC Trojans' Rival Heating Up on Recruiting Trail

The 2027 recruiting class is filled with top-tier talent, with many of those blue-chip players already committed to college programs. The month of June saw 130 blue-chip players commit, which included 10 of the top 50 players in the 2027 class, according to Rivals.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 1

Three Big Ten Receivers That Will Challenge the USC Trojans Secondary

Throughout Lincoln Riley’s tenure as coach of the USC Trojans, defense has been a major question mark. Inconsistency on defense has held the Trojans back

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / July 1

One Game for USC Trojans, Lincoln Riley to Change Big Ten Road Narrative

USC has had its struggles on the road under coach Lincoln Riley since joining the Big Ten in 2024. In that inaugural season, the Trojans did not win a single road game outside the state of California.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 1

USC's Lindsay Gottlieb Doesn’t Hold Back About Trojans' Transfer Portal Additions

There might not be a bigger winner this offseason than the USC Trojans women’s basketball team. USC officially welcomed back superstar guard JuJu Watkins, the 2024-2025 Naismith Award winner who missed all of last season with an ACL injury.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 1

USC’s Three Toughest Cornerback Matchups For Next Season

For the USC Trojans offense to have a successful season, there is no doubt that quarterback Jayden Maiava must play well consistently, especially in USC's biggest games.

Eric Musselman News / USC Trojans on SI / July 1

Eric Musselman Explains USC Basketball’s Roster-Building Blueprint

It is no secret that college basketball is changing. Between the transfer portal, NIL and the NCAA's evolving eligibility rules, building a championship-caliber roster has become more challenging than ever.

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.

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