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USC Coach Lincoln Riley Reveals A Season-Ending Injury Update

The USC Trojans are days away from kicking off their next game against the Northwestern Wildcats on Friday, Nov. 7. USC coach Lincoln Riley revealed to reporters some key injury updates. “Guys are getting better.

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Why USC Trojans Are Huge 'Winner' In College Football Playoff Rankings

The USC Trojans are coming off a statement 21-17 road win at the Nebraska Cornhuskers, and are now rewarded with two consecutive home games in the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.

JuJu Watkins News / Sporting News / November 4

Why JuJu Watkins isn't playing tonight for USC with injury news, return timeline

The superstar guard is on the sideline.

Lincoln Riley News / LAFB Network / November 4

USC Trojans Lose Key Defensive Player For Season

We spoke with USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley after practice on Tuesday. He spoke on a number of things, but he also provided some key injury updates.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / November 4

How November Can Make or Break USC Trojans, Lincoln Riley

The No. 20 USC Trojans have cemented a firm belief that they can compete in the Big Ten, following their 21-17 win at the Nebraska Cornhuskers. Although the pass game was not pretty, quarterback Jayden Maiava, as well as running back King Miller, delivered an exceptional run performance that pushed USC past the Cornhuskers.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / November 4

USC Trojans Pushing To Flip Four-Star EDGE Recruit Away From Florida

The USC Trojans are moving like sharks in the water on the recruiting trail. After Florida coach Billy Napier was fired, it sent the Gators' 2026 recruiting class into a frenzy.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / November 4

Why USC Trojans are Dark Horse Contender to Make College Football Playoff

The USC Trojans aren’t finished—not by a long shot. Sitting at 6–2 and ranked No. 20 in the AP Poll, USC remains one of college football’s most dangerous dark horses heading into November.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / November 4

USC Trojans' Rising Star Emerging from Unexpected Position

Ryon Sayeri wasn't even expected to be the USC Trojans starting kicker heading into the season. USC had signed UNLV kicker Caden Chittenden, the 2024 Mountain West Freshman of the Year and Freshman All-American, in the winter transfer portal.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / November 4

What Lincoln Riley Wants from USC Trojans Crowd Against Northwestern

The No. 20 USC Trojans eased some of their road woes with a 21-17 win over the Nebraska Cornhuskers this past weekend. It was a big win for USC coach Lincoln

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / November 3

USC Trojans Racing Towards No. 1 Recruiting Class as Early Signing Period Looms

The USC Trojans' recruiting machine hasn’t slowed down. With 35 total commitments and a 93.222 team score, the Trojans currently sit atop the Rivals Industry Team Rankings for the 2026 class heading into the final updates.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / November 3

USC Trojans' Identity Emerging in Second Big Ten Season

When the passing game fell flat, the ground game took over. The No. 20 USC Trojans' 21–17 victory over the Nebraska Cornhuskers wasn’t about quarterback stats or highlight throws — it was about dominance in the trenches and the rise of a walk-on.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / November 3

USC Trojans' Updated Bowl Projection Following Win Over Nebraska

The No. 20 USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley hold a 6-2 record following a big win against the Nebraska Cornhuskers. With two losses, the College Football Playoff appearance will be hard to achieve, but the team’s sixth win makes the Trojans officially bowl eligible.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / November 3

USC Trojans, Iowa Hawkeyes Slated For Early Afternoon Kickoff

The No. 20 USC Trojans are 6-2 on the season after a statement 21-17 on the road at Nebraska. The road win leads USC into two consecutive home games until their final road game on Nov.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / November 3

USC Trojans Battling Kentucky, UCLA for Five-Star Power Forward Recruit

USC basketball remains firmly in the mix for one of the premier prospects in the 2026 recruiting class. Christian Collins, a five-star forward from St.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / November 3

USC Trojans' Receive Surprising Ranking After Statement Road Win Over Nebraska

The No. 20 USC Trojans remain in the thick of the race for the College Football Playoff after a statement 21-17 road win over the Nebraska Cornhuskers on Saturday night.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / November 3

USC Trojans' Road Win Adds Hope For College Football Playoff Dreams

The No. 20 USC Trojans return to Los Angeles with a Big Ten road win following their 21-17 victory at the Nebraska Cornhuskers. Even with low numbers

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / November 2

Lincoln Riley Addresses Big Ten Scheduling Before Friday Matchup with Northwestern

The No. 20 USC Trojans took care of business against the Nebraska Cornhuskers on Saturday, and USC coach Lincoln Riley and his team will have to quickly turn the page to Northwestern as the Trojans host the Wildcats on Friday, Nov.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / November 2

Where the USC Trojans Stand Among Four-Star Recruit Quentin Hale's Top Programs

Four-star wide receiver recruit Quentin Hale is one of the top prospects at the position from the class of 2027. The USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley have yet to receive a commitment from their recruiting class of 2027, but the Trojans are making a strong effort in landing Hale.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / November 2

USC’s Top Recruiting Class Could Change Everything In The Big Ten

While the USC Trojans still have much to prove this year, many fans are excited about the team's future and the top recruiting class that arrives in Los Angeles for next season.

Jayden Maiava News / USC Trojans on SI / November 2

Why USC Trojans' Jayden Maiava's Heisman Campaign Took A Massive Hit vs. Nebraska

Fresh off a bye week and a loss in their last outing, the USC Trojans were able to return to the win column in a 21-17 comeback thriller vs. Nebraska despite quarterback Jayden Maiava's worst performance of the season.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / November 2

USC Trojans' Lincoln Riley Applauds Team Grity Performance in Tough Road Environment

The USC Trojans overcame their first half struggles to edge the Nebraska Cornhuskers 21-17 on the road and improve to 6-2 on the season. "Road wins are never easy, they just aren't," said USC coach Lincoln Riley postgame to reporters.

College Football News / CFB-HQ on SI / October 29

USC vs. Nebraska prediction: What the analytics say

Another big test awaits Lincoln Riley and No. 23 USC on the road on Saturday, this time against unranked Nebraska in college football’s Week 10 action in the Big Ten.