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Transfer Questions Surround USC Trojans Quarterback

The USC Trojans shared the exciting news of quarterback Jayden Maiava re-signing for the 2026 season, which is a big win for coach Lincoln Riley's offense.

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USC Trojans vs. Cal Poly: Preview, Prediction

The No. 19 USC Trojans return to the Galen Center on Thursday night looking for a reset. After a humbling loss to the No. 1 UConn Huskies, USC closes out

Makai Lemon News / ESPN / December 17

Star WR Lemon draft-bound after starring at USC

All-American receiver Makai Lemon is skipping his final season at USC to enter the NFL draft, where he's projected to be a high pick.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 17

Four-Star Safety Makes Recruiting Announcement with USC, Alabama, Oregon

The USC Trojans are firmly in the mix for one of the most important defensive prospects in the 2027 recruiting cycle. Honor Fa’alave-Johnson, the No. 1

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 17

USC Defense Take Major Blow As Star Defensive Lineman Enters Transfer Portal

In a surprising urn of events, USC Trojans defensive lineman Devan Thompkins plans to enter the NCAA Transfer Portal when it opens in January, he told On3’s Hayes Fawcett, marking a significant late-season loss for a defensive front that leaned heavily on his experience throughout 2025.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 17

USC’s Exciting List of Re-Signing Trojans Is Turning Heads

With the conclusion of the regular season and just days away from the USC Trojans bowl game against the TCU Horned Frogs, key trojans have made important decsisions regarding their future.

College Basketball News / USC Trojans on SI / December 17

Preview: USC Trojans Basketball vs. UTSA: Preview, Injuries, Betting Odds

The USC Trojans close their non-conference schedule Wednesday night, hosting the UTSA Roadrunners at Galen Center to kickoff their final tune-up week before entering Big Ten play.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 17

Jahkeem Stewart Injury News Sparks Wild USC Hype

USC Trojans freshman defensive end Jahkeem Stewart is a critical piece to the future of the team’s defense. In his freshman season, Stewart put up impressive performances despite battling through a stress fracture in his foot throughout the year.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 16

Why Jahkeem Stewart Will Have Massive Impact On USC's Defense In 2026

Eric Musselman News / USC Trojans on SI / December 16

USC Trojans Basketball Shift In Recruiting Rankings After Latest Update

The USC Trojans men's basketball team has been on a roll under the leadership of coach Eric Musselman in just his second season at the helm. USC is 10-1 through their first 11 games and 1-1 in Big Ten play.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 16

USC's Re-Signing Announcements Turn Heads in NIL Era

The USC Trojans have resigned many key players from their 2025 team that will be back with the team in 2026. Among these returners are quarterback Jayden

Jayden Maiava News / USC Trojans on SI / December 16

USC Trojans Quarterback Jayden Maiava Makes NFL Draft Decision

USC Trojans announced quarterback Jayden Maiava has re-signed with the program, which means he will return to the team for the 2026 season. There was a chance the Trojans’ quarterback would declare for the 2026 NFL Draft, but he will be back leading USC's offense in 2026.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / December 16

Lincoln Riley Reveals Which USC Trojans Will Miss the Alamo Bowl

USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley met with the media on Monday and revealed the list of players that will not be playing later this month when they travel down to San Antonio for the Alamo Bowl against TCU.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / December 15

Lincoln Riley Reveals Stunning Injury News About Freshman Jahkeem Stewart

The USC Trojans finished the regular season with a record of 9-3 and will finish up 2025 in the Valero Alamo Bowl against the TCU Horned Frogs. After practice

Kamari Ramsey News / USC Trojans on SI / December 15

What Kamari Ramsey's NFL Draft Departure Means For Future Of USC Secondary

USC Trojans safety Kamari Ramsey announced his decision to declare for the 2026 NFL Draft on Monday, Dec. 15. After starting his college career with the Trojans' crosstown rival, the UCLA Bruins, Ramsey transferred to USC in 2024, where he played two seasons in the cardinal and gold.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 15

USC Signees Embracing Position Battles as They Prepare to Compete Early

A team doesn't sign 35 recruits in one cycle unless it has a group of players that aren’t afraid of competition. And that’s what USC has in their 2026 class. No matter what school high school prospects decide to sign with in major college football, the roster is filled with blue-chip recruits at their position.

Braylan Shelby News / USC Trojans on SI / December 15

What Braylan Shelby Re-Signing Says About USC Trojans' Culture

The USC Trojans announced defensive end Braylan Shelby has re-signed with the program, and the defensive end explained why he is choosing to return to USC in 2026.

JuJu Watkins News / ESPN / December 15

USC's Watkins 'trying to maximize' ACL rehab

USC star guard JuJu Watkins has begun light workouts after her ACL tear and is in attendance as a viewer at Team USA basketball camp.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 15

Why Four-Star Receiver Trent Mosley is USC's Most Underrated Recruit

Four-star wide receiver recruit Trent Mosley scored three touchdowns for Santa Margarita against De La Salle in the California Open Division state championship game, and the USC Trojans signee proved yet again why he is the most underrated prospect in USC's recruiting class.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 15

USC Trojans Land First Transfer Portal Commitment

The USC Trojans' football roster is shaping up to be more than a depth chart in 2026. It’s becoming a family affair. With the commitment of former Oklahoma State cornerback Carrington Pierce, the Trojans now have three separate sets of brothers expected to be on the roster.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 14

Three Reasons Why The USC Trojans' Defense Will Look Different In 2026

The USC Trojans' defense has been one of the program's biggest talking points under coach Lincoln Riley, for better or worse. Heading into the offseason, the Trojans have set themselves up to have one of the best defensive units in the Riley era next year with a couple of key returnees and exciting additions.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 14

USC Trojans Turn Heads With Re-Signing Announcements

The USC Trojans announced that the program re-signed running back Waymond Jordan on Saturday, and USC announced even more re-signings on Sunday. While Jordan’s return for another year is big for the program, that is not what has caught the attention of college football fans.

Makai Lemon News / Last Word On Sports / December 12

USC's Makai Lemon wins the Biletnikoff Award

While only a few select cream of the crop receivers end up in consideration for the Heisman Trophy, the goal for each one is the Fred Biletnikoff Award.

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College Basketball (W) News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / December 12

USC star JuJu Watkins’ latest comments on her injury recovery

JuJu Watkins likely never imagined that she would go to her first USA Basketball senior-level training camp while rehabbing from a serious injury, but she’s seemingly taking it in stride.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / December 4

USC Trojans Close Out Historic 2026 Recruiting Class

Many said that they would not be able to hold on all the way to signing day, but the USC Trojans just officially closed out the No. 1 2026 Recruiting Class on National Signing Day.