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USC Quarterback Jayden Maiava Offers Impression of Young Receivers

USC Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava is returning to coach Lincoln Riley's program without two of his top targets from a season ago, but the USC quarterback has been impressed so far by the young group of receivers on the Trojans roster.

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USC Linebacker Desman Stephens Sees Growth Under New Defensive Coaching Staff

Desman Stephens wore every hat in high school. He played defensive back, running back, wide receiver and returned kickoffs and punts. When he arrived at USC as a four-star recruit in the 2024 class he transitioned to a full-time linebacker.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / August 5

Lincoln Riley Pulls Back the Curtain on USC Trojans' Linebacker Competition

The USC Trojans enter the 2026 season with one of the most talented and experienced rosters in the country. However, like many teams at this point in the offseason, there are still plenty of questions surrounding coach Lincoln Riley's squad.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 5

USC Coach Anthony Jones Jr. Sheds Light on Trojans Running Back Room

On July 31 USC started their fall camp, which is an earlier start date due to their Week 0 game against San Jose State. Ahead of their fourth practice, the team opened up media availability to the coaches on Aug.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 4

USC Freshman Linebacker Talanoa Ili Draws Glowing Reviews From Trojans Veterans

USC linebacker Deven Bryant vividly remembers being impressed by Talanoa Ili when he was a senior at St. John Bosco and Ili was a freshman at Orange Lutheran. Ili had burst onto the scene, earning first team All-Trinity League honors in a premier conference in Southern California flooded with elite Power Four talent, as a freshman.

Jontez Williams News / USC Trojans on SI / August 4

USC Trojans Transfer Jontez Williams Speaks Candidly on Current and Former Coaches

Iowa State cornerback transfer Jontez Williams showed up to Aug. 3 USC Trojans media day flashing a smile. He's already anticipating a large role while being under the microscope of the Los Angeles sports scene.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 4

USC Coach Mike Ekeler Offers First Impressions of Gary Patterson’s Coaching Style

Following the departure of former defensive coordinator D’Anton Lynn in January, USC coach Lincoln Riley had to act quickly to continue the growth and development of the Trojans’ defense.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 4

Breaking Down What USC Trojans' Coaches Poll Ranking Means

In the newly released USA Today preseason Coaches Poll, the USC Trojans came in at No. 14, starting the year inside the top 15. What does the ranking mean for coach Lincoln Riley and his crew?

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 4

USC Star Jahkeem Stewart Shares Mentality After Recovering From Injury

Jahkeem Stewart’s freshman season almost ended before it began. A stress fracture in his foot last August kept the USC Trojans defensive lineman out of the season opener.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 4

USC Receiver Tanook Hines Shares Best Advice Given by Makai Lemon, Ja'Kobi Lane

USC Trojans wide receiver Tanook Hines looks ready to do more than build off his 34-catch debut season in 2025. Hines can grab the leadership mantle bequeathed by NFL-bound wideouts Makai Lemon and Ja'Kobi Lane.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 3

5 Exciting Quotes from USC Trojans Media Day

The USC Trojans took the stage at 2026 USC Football media day on Monday. Here are five things that were said by Trojans players and coaches that should

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 3

USC Running Back King Miller Explains Biggest Evolution Since Last Season

USC's King Miller was thrusted into the lineup last season in win over Michigan in early October after a series of injuries to the running back position.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / August 3

Notre Dame, USC announce major news about their rivalry game

The break in the Notre Dame-USC rivalry game will ultimately be short-lived. Both schools announced Monday that their annual football rivalry will resume in 2030.

College Football News / Yardbarker / August 3

Notre Dame, USC announce renewal of storied rivalry

One of the best rivalries in college football is set to be renewed.

Arch Manning's famous last name could be a double-edged sword

Indiana woefully underrepresented in Joel Klatt's best players list

Group of Six coaches who could be fired — and two who could be hired away

Big 12 coaches who could be fired — and two who could be hired away

Four college football teams entering a national title-or-bust season

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / August 3

Lincoln Riley Speaks Candidly on USC's Schedule Agreement With Notre Dame

On Monday, Aug. 3, the USC Trojans announced that the historic rivalry series between USC and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish will be renewed starting in 2030 with four games currently scheduled.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 3

USC Trojans Announce Major Update to Notre Dame Rivalry Future

On Monday, Aug. 3, the USC Trojans announced that the historic rivalry series between USC and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish will be renewed starting in 2030 with four games currently scheduled.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 3

USC Trojans Already Feeling Effects of Freshman Class Enrolling Early

USC believed the 2026 recruiting class was one of the strongest cycles in recent memory and intended to capitalize. The hiring of a new personnel staff, headlined by general manager Chad Bowden and several key assistant coaches put them in position to sign 34 recruits and the No.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / August 3