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California Recruit Charles Davis Opens Up About Dream Offer from USC Trojans

Westlake (Calif.) wide receiver Charles Davis is a fast riser in the 2027 cycle, holding nearly 30 offers from top programs such as Georgia, Oklahoma,

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Freshman Star Jazzy Davidson Turning Heads Nationwide Amidst USC Winning Streak

Coming into the season, USC Trojans freshman guard Jazzy Davidson had lofty expectations placed on her after being tabbed as the No. 1 overall recruit

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / February 14

Three Looming Trap Games On the USC Trojans' Schedule

Entering their fifth season under coach Lincoln Riley, the USC Trojans have high expectations to reach the College Football Playoff, following a 9-4 overall record in 2025.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / February 14

Lincoln Riley Promotes Rising Star on USC's Offensive Staff

USC tight ends/inside receivers coach Chad Savage is being promoted to pass game coordinator, ESPN’s Pete Thamel reported on Friday. He'll continue to hold onto his current role of coaching the two position groups.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / February 13

USC Trojans Land Quality Over Quantity in Transfer Portal: Two Top-10 Big Ten Players Join Trojans

The USC Trojans quietly made a statement in the transfer portal this offseason, landing two players ranked in the top 10 of On3’s Big Ten Transfer Portal Commitments rankings — tying for the most among all conference programs.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / February 13

Lincoln Riley Reveals What Kept USC's Recruiting Class Intact

The USC Trojans' incoming freshman class were not shy about their goal of bringing the program back into college football’s spotlight and winning a national

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / February 13

USC Trojans Announce Homecoming Game And Trojan Family Weekend Dates

The USC Trojans‘ 2026 football schedule just got a whole lot more electric, and fans are already marking their calendars for two blockbuster home dates that promise unforgettable Coliseum vibes.

Jayden Maiava News / USC Trojans on SI / February 13

Jayden Maiava's Biggest Key to Change USC's Trajectory

USC Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava impressed Trojan fans in his first year as starting quarterback, leading the nation in quarterback rating at 91.2.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / February 13

Lindsay Gottlieb Speaks Candidly After USC Extends Win Streak to Five Games

The USC Trojans women’s basketball team extended its winning streak to five games with a 79-73 win over the Indiana Hoosiers at the Galen Center on Thursday night.

Eric Musselman News / USC Trojans on SI / February 13

Eric Musselman’s Transfer Portal Success Has USC on the Verge of NCAA Tournament

For a program that has had as much recent success as the USC Trojans, it’s a surprise to see that they haven’t made the NCAA Tournament since the 2022-23 season.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / February 12

Lincoln Riley Just Spoke Honestly About the Big Ten And SEC

In ranking teams for the College Football Playoff, the program’s strength of schedule is evaluated. USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley did not hold back his views on the program's strength of schedule being in the Big Ten Conference.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / February 12

5-Star Recruit Honor Fa’alave-Johnson Could Alter USC's Future

San Diego (Calif.) Cathedral Catholic five-star safety Honor Fa’alave-Johnson is down to six schools, Rivals reported on Wednesday. USC, LSU, Notre Dame, Oregon, Texas and Miami are among the finalists for the No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / February 11

JD Pickell Singles Out Two Budding Stars On USC Trojans Offense

Heading into the 2025 season, it was clear Makai Lemon and Ja’Kobi Lane were going to be the USC Trojans top two receivers. But the question was which receiver would step up as the third option.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / February 11

USC Trojans Updated NCAA Tournament Projection As Race Heats Up

Riding a three-game winning streak, the USC Trojans have had an impressive second season under coach Eric Musselman. Following the Trojans 77-75 comeback win over the Penn State Nittany Lions on Sunday, the Trojans currently post an 18-6 overall record and are 7-6 in Big Ten play, heading into another road test against the Ohio State Buckeyes.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / February 11

Seven USC Trojans Invited to the NFL Scouting Combine as Spotlight Intensifies

The USC Trojans will be represented later this month at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. Seven USC players are set to attend the prestigious pre-draft event, including wide receivers Makai Lemon and Ja’Kobi Lane, tight end Lake McRee, defensive end Anthony Lucas, linebacker Eric Gentry and safeties Bishop Fitzgerald and Kamari Ramsey.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / February 11

USC Trojans On Verge Of Landing Five-Star Recruit Over Kentucky, UCLA

The USC Trojans have one of the best 2026 recruiting classes in the country with a pair of four-star signees in tow in Darius and Adonis Ratliff. However, the Trojans might not be done yet and could bring one of the best unsigned players left in the cycle into the fold.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / February 11

USC Lands California Receiver Commit Eli Woodard in Quietly Brilliant Move

The USC Trojans have landed their second commitment from the 2027 recruiting cycle in three-star wide receiver Eli Woodard. He's the first offensive player to commit to the Trojans' 2027 recruiting class.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / February 10

USC's Surprising Standing Among Teams With Best Future

The USC Trojans enter the 2026 college football season with the No. 1 ranked recruiting class, a brand new facility, and high expectations. Despite this, football analyst J.D.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / February 10

National Analyst Reveals Overlooked Key For USC To Finally Reach Playoff

It’s College Football Playoff or bust for the USC Trojans in year five under Lincoln Riley. The expectation has always been there, especially coaching

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / February 10

USC Trojans Battling Cal Bears for Top California Offensive Line Recruit

Four-star offensive lineman Elisha Mueller is one of the top 2028 recruits from California, and the USC Trojans are looking to keep him in-state. The Trojans have competition for Mueller, as the California Golden Bears have entered the race for the in-state prospect.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / February 10

USC Freshmen Phenoms Are Sparking NCAA Tournament Push

A pair of USC freshman guards, Alijah Arenas (men's) and Jazzy Davidson (women's), showed out for the Trojans, as they both put on sensational performances to guide their respective teams to recent crucial victories in their season. In addition to their impactful performances, both Arenas and Davidson earned Big Ten Freshman of the Week honors.

NBA News / USC Trojans on SI / February 10

Metta World Peace Drops Stunning NBA Comparison For USC’s Alijah Arenas

Former NBA champion Metta World Peace doesn’t hand out comparisons lightly, especially when they involve the late-great Los Angeles Lakers Hall of Famer Kobe Bryant.

USC’s Mason Edwards: Could He Be LHP1 in College Ranks Soon?

We’ve talked at great length about the college pitching demographic in this draft, which has been outlined as a clear weakness to date. Specifically, the southpaw class lacks top-end talent like the right-handed class.

College Basketball News / SuperWest Sports / February 9

Dane Miller’s Week 14 Best-in-West Hoops Power Rankings: How region's best teams stack up across Big 12, Big Ten, ACC, MW, Pac-12 and WCC

It can all change in an instant. Just ask New Mexico. It may still be February, but it’s crunch time for many teams in the West. Arizona remains dominant with expectations of a Final Four run, while the rest of the region looks shaky.

USC Trojans News / Yardbarker / February 3

Lincoln Riley takes a shot at SEC while discussing NIL era

Lincoln Riley takes a shot at SEC while discussing the NIL era of college football

NIL and the transfer portal have seemingly evened out the competitive landscape of college football. That's something USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley recently alluded to while taking a veiled shot at the SEC in the process.

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Tennessee QB Joey Aguilar suing NCAA over eligibility

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