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Former USC Star Eric Gentry Boosting NFL Draft Stock at the Shrine Bowl

After a 9-4 season for the USC Trojans, some players have moved onto 2026 NFL Draft, meaning some former Trojans were invited to events like the East-West Shrine Bowl.

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Lincoln Riley Wraps Up Busy Recruiting Week in Southern California

USC made dramatic changes to its recruiting approach in the 2026 cycle, which included putting a much bigger emphasis on landing blue-chip prospects in Southern California. The Trojans will continue putting a high priority on prospects in their backyard in the 2027 cycle.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / January 25

USC Trojans Battling Oregon for Four-Star Linebacker Recruit

Four-star linebacker recruit Toa Satele is one of the top players of the position from the class of 2027. The USC Trojans kicked off their 2027 recruiting class, looking to keep their momentum going, targeting Satele.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 25

Three Rising Sophomores To Watch For USC Trojans

The USC Trojans signed the No. 15 recruiting class in the country during the 2025 cycle according to 247Sports’ rankings. During the 2025 season, the Trojans

Eric Gentry News / USC Trojans on SI / January 24

USC Trojans Linebacker Eric Gentry Turning Heads at Shrine Bowl

Former USC Trojans linebacker Eric Gentry made waves this week at the Shrine Bowl with his unique measurables, listed at 6-foot-6 and 221 pounds. Not an ideal weight for someone of that height at the linebacker position.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 24

Gilbert Arenas Reacts to His Son Alijah Arenas Making USC Trojans Debut

USC five-star freshman guard Alijah Arenas made his collegiate debut in the Trojans 74-68 loss to Northwestern on Wednesday night. Trojans coach Eric

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / January 24

Lincoln Riley's Recruiting at USC Isn't Slowing Down Soon

After signing the best recruiting class in the country for the class of 2026, USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley and his staff do not appear to be slowing down anytime soon when it comes to the class of 2027.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / January 24

One Big Question For Gary Patterson As USC's Next Defensive Coordinator

The USC Trojans have found their new defensive coordinator, hiring former TCU coach Gary Patterson to lead the team’s defense entering a pivotal 2026 season.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 24

One Underrated Strength of USC’s Offense After Key Roster Retentions

Offensive line was a big question mark for the USC Trojans heading into this past season after losing three starters. Next season, it’s the complete opposite.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 24

USC Trojans Trending For This Five-Star Safety Recruit

The USC Trojans had a lot of success when it came to in-state recruiting during the 2026 cycle. Over half of their 2026 recruiting class hailed from California.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 24

What Analysts Are Saying About USC's Defensive Coordinator Hire

The USC Trojans officially welcomed their new defensive coordinator, Gary Patterson, to South Central. The former TCU coach and the Trojans finalized the deal, and he was announced by USC on Friday.

College Basketball (W) News / USC Trojans on SI / January 23

Why Jazzy Davison's Is USC's Biggest X-Factor

Following a 31-4 finish last year that featured a run to the Elite 8, this season has not gone as planned for USC women’s basketball. Following their 74-68 road loss to the No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 23

Biggest Key for USC Trojans' Schedule Next Season

The USC Trojans closed out the 2025 season as an elite offensive team with some issues on defense, but still rounded out a 9-4 record entering the offseason.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / January 23

These Two Transfers Strengthen The USC Trojans' Roster Next Season

The USC Trojans knew they had some key roles that needed to be filled, or added onto, from the transfer portal, and they landed some of the portal's top players: NC State wide receiver Terrell Anderson and Iowa State cornerback Jontez Williams.

Jayden Maiava News / USC Trojans on SI / January 23

USC Trojans Quarterback Jayden Maiava’s Updated NIL Valuation

The price tag for quarterbacks in the transfer portal continues to rise every year and so is USC quarterback Jayden Maiava’s stock. According to On3, Maiava's NIL valuation is surging and currently sits at $2.2 million.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 23

Three Reasons Why USC's Defense Will Look Different Under Gary Patterson

The USC Trojans are reportedly close to hiring Gary Patterson to become their defensive coordinator. It's a move that brings an experienced coach to Los Angeles after the departure of former defensive coordinator D'Anton Lynn, who took the same position at Penn State.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 23

USC Fans Will Love Trojans 2026 College Football Playoff Prediction

The 2026 season is a pivotal year for coach Lincoln Riley and the USC Trojans. After finishing 2025, posting a 9-4 record, which featured three Big Ten

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 22

The Underrated Reason Why The Gary Patterson Hire At USC Will Work

The USC Trojans have reportedly found their No. 1 target for their defensive coordinator opening. Gary Patterson has emerged as the leading candidate to replace D'Anton Lynn as the Trojans' defensive coordinator.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 22

The Most Important Addition For USC Trojans in Transfer Portal

USC had a glaring issue on defense to address during the singular transfer portal window this month. And the Trojans received some much-needed help to the middle of its defense and signed former Michigan State defensive lineman Alex VanSumeren.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / January 22

How Gary Patterson Could Make or Break Lincoln Riley’s USC Era

Offense will never be an issue for USC under Lincoln Riley, Heisman Trophy and Biletnikoff Award winners and all. And it wasn't an issue during his days at Oklahoma.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 22

Alijah Arenas’ First Game Makes USC’s Team Issues Impossible to Ignore

Anticipation filled the Galen Center on Wednesday night as USC Trojans five star freshman guard Alijah Arenas finally made his long-awaited collegiate debut.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 22

Why Gary Patterson is a Great Hire for USC Trojans

USC is hiring former TCU coach Gary Patterson as its next defensive coordinator, 247Sports reported on Wednesday. The Trojans are replacing former defensive coordinator D’Anton Lynn, who left to take the same position with his alma mater, Penn State, last month. Lynn served as USC’s defensive coordinator for the past two seasons.

USC Trojans News / Larry Brown Sports / January 22

Alijah Arenas pulls off a wild 360-layup during his USC debut

After a long wait, Alijah Arenas finally made his debut for the USC Trojans on Wednesday against the visiting Northwestern Wildcats at Galen Center in Los Angeles, California.

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