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Lincoln Riley's Biggest Winners From Transfer Portal

Following a 9-4 finish in 2025, the No. 16 USC Trojans look to take a major step forward in their fifth season under coach Lincoln Riley. The Trojans, after falling just short of their goal of earning a spot in the College Football Playoff this season, aim to reach the championship stage in 2026.

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USC Fans Will Love 4-Star Recruit Aaryn Washington’s Bold Proclamation

The USC Trojans landed a big commitment over the weekend from Mater Dei (Calif.) four-star cornerback Aaryn Washington. The No. 51 overall recruit and No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 12

USC Trojans National Championship Odds Revealed for 2026 Season

Despite missing the College Football Playoff after the 2025 regular season with a 9-3 record, the USC Trojans have the 12th-best odds of winning the national championship next season at +3500, according to DraftKings Sportsbook.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 11

USC Trojans Recruits Well-Represented in Polynesian Bowl

Ahead of the USC Trojans 2026 early signing class arriving in Los Angeles, plenty of recruits have earned invites to all-star bowl games designed for elite high school football stars.

College Basketball (W) News / USC Trojans on SI / January 11

Former USC Guard Avery Howell Thriving In New Role With Big Ten Rival

Washington Huskies sophomore guard Avery Howell didn’t leave USC because she couldn’t play. Through the first half of the season, the former Trojan guard has emerged as one of the most productive and reliable players in the Big Ten, thriving in an expanded role after transferring to Washington.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 11

Which Returning USC Freshmen Made The Biggest Impact This Season

With the 2026 class officially enrolling on campus this week, let’s take a look back at which returning freshman had the biggest impact for the USC Trojans

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 11

USC Trojans Recruits Steal the Show at Navy All-American Bowl

The USC Trojans' No. 1 ranked recruiting class was well-presented this week in San Antonio for the Navy All-American Bowl. But the Trojans just didn’t have the most signees at the prestigious high school All-Star game, they stole the show the entire week, led by five-star edge Luke Wafle.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 10

USC Star Ja’Kobi Lane Training with Former Pro Receiver Ahead of NFL Draft

NFL Draft season will be here before you know it, and USC Trojans receiver Ja’Kobi Lane is preparing to improve his stock. Lane is down in Huntington Beach to train with former NFL receiver and current Santa Margarita (Calif.) receivers coach TJ Houshmandzadeh.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 10

USC Trojans Land Commitment from Mater Dei 4-Star Recruit

The USC Trojans have landed its first commit in the 2027 class in Mater Dei (Calif.) four-star cornerback Aaryn Washington, he announced at the Navy All-American Bowl on Saturday. Washington chose his hometown school over offers from Alabama, Ohio State, Nebraska, and Washington.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 10

USC Trojans Trending For Navy All-American Bowl Recruit

The Navy All-American Bowl will take place on Saturday, Jan. 10, and several top recruits will announce their commitments. The USC Trojans are pushing to kick off their 2027 recruiting class, and could earn their first commitment over the weekend.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 10

USC Star JuJu Watkins Receives Impressive Honor From Sierra Canyon

Some players rise to the moment, and others are built for it. USC Trojans junior star guard JuJu Watkins has lived her basketball life in front of cameras, packed gyms, and national audiences and Friday night provided another reminder why.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 9

USC Trojans Lose Five-Star Quarterback To Transfer Portal

The USC Trojans will be losing both quarterback Husan Longstreet and defensive back Kevin Longstreet to the transfer portal this offseason. Husan intends to enter the portal per his Instagram story while Kevin has committed to the New Mexico Lobos. Husan Longstreet was one of USC’s highest rated recruits in the class of 2025.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / January 8

Lincoln Riley Loses Five-Star QB to College Football Transfer Portal

The USC Trojans had a successful bounce-back season in 2025, finishing with a record of 9-4 after going 7-6 in 2024. The team experienced a strong offensive season under head coach Lincoln Riley.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 8

USC Recruits Turning Heads at Navy All-American Bowl

The USC Trojans are well represented in San Antonio this week for the Navy All-American Bowl. Seven members from the Trojans No. 1 ranked class in the

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 8

USC Trojans' Recruiting Success Validated By High School All-American Honors

MaxPreps released its high school All-American teams for the 2025 season, which featured seven USC Trojans signees from its No. 1 ranked class in the 2026

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 8

Lincoln Riley's USC Trojans Big Winner in Transfer Portal

The USC Trojans were aggressive in the 2026 recruiting cycle, which led to them landing the No. 1 ranked class and they have followed the same approach in the transfer portal. Previously, the transfer portal had two windows, one in the winter and one in the spring.

Carson Palmer News / USC Trojans on SI / January 8

USC Legend Carson Palmer Receives Distinguished Award For High School Coaching Job

Carson Palmer returned to Santa Margarita (Calif.), his alma mater, in December 2024 to become the school’s next coach. And in his first season at the helm, the former USC Trojans Heisman Trophy winning quarterback turned the program around.

Devan Thompkins News / USC Trojans on SI / January 8

Former USC Defensive Lineman Devan Thompkins Commits To SEC Powerhouse

The USC Trojans saw one of their top defensive linemen in Devan Thompkins announce his intention to enter the transfer portal at the end of the regular season.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 7

USC Trojans Make Recruiting Move For Exciting California Offensive Tackle

The USC Trojans are targeting offensive tackle Avery Michael as the program works on their 2027 recruiting class. The Trojans are continuing to emphasize recruiting, and as they build an elite roster, Michael could be one of the first 2027 commits.

Carlon Jones News / Yardbarker / January 6

Former USC DL a huge portal addition for Arkansas

Arkansas has picked up a huge addition in the transfer portal.

Winners, losers from Day 1 of college football transfer portal

Drew Mestemaker's transfer to Oklahoma State highlights major flaws in college football

The 'College football color teams' quiz

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / January 6

Coen Carr's 18-point effort propels No. 12 Michigan State past USC

Coen Carr scored 18 points and pulled down six rebounds as No. 12 Michigan State rolled to an 80-51 win over USC.

The 'Most men's NCAA Tournament appearances' quiz

College Basketball (W) News / Yardbarker / January 3

No. 4 UCLA women continue to look like national title threats after convincing win over No. 17 USC

It is hard to find another team in women's college basketball that has looked more impressive all season than the fourth-ranked UCLA Bruins.

Lincoln Riley News / Larry Brown Sports / January 1

USC icon goes on profane rant after Trojans' Alamo Bowl loss

A former USC Trojans star had a rather profane response to the team’s Alamo Bowl loss to TCU on Tuesday. USC lost to TCU in overtime 27-24 at the Alamodome

TCU walks off No. 16 USC in OT on wild third-down play to end Alamo Bowl

USC got clowned for losing Alamo Bowl in the most embarrassing fashion

USC WR made one of the craziest catches of the season

Lincoln Riley puts blame directly on Notre Dame for ending historic series with USC

The 25 greatest players in Notre Dame football history

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

College Football News / Yardbarker / December 31

TCU walks off No. 16 USC in OT on wild third-down play to end Alamo Bowl

The TCU Horned Frogs pulled off one of the greatest plays of this bowl season.

Lincoln Riley blames Notre Dame for ending historic series with USC

Illinois staves off Tennessee on walk-off field goal to win Music City Bowl

Nick Saban offers interesting insight on Ohio State HC Ryan Day calling plays

Paul Finebaum lays out the 'recipe' for No. 10 Miami to upset No. 2 Ohio State

Trinidad Chambliss has bigger concerns than talking to Lane Kiffin

Ranking the head coaches ahead of CFP quarterfinal games

USC Trojans News / Larry Brown Sports / December 22

USC is ending one of its most iconic rivalry games

The USC Trojans are reportedly responsible for putting an end to one of their most enduring rivalry games. USC’s annual game against Notre Dame, which has been played nearly uninterrupted since 1926, will not be played for at least the next two years.