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USC Trojans Face Brutal Big Ten Stretch That Could Threaten Perfect Record

The USC Trojans are exactly where they want to be, with a 3-0 record that includes being 1-0 on the road and 1-0 in conference play after their 33-17 win over Purdue, a change in pace from last season's results.

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USC Trojans Have Insane Visitor List For Michigan State Game

The USC Trojans host the Michigan State Spartans this Saturday at 8:00 PM PT. While the late time is not ideal, the program was still able to garner a robust recruiting visitor list.

Kamari Ramsey News / USC Trojans on SI / September 17

Top NFL Draft Prospect Kamari Ramsey Shows Off 'Unselfish' Skills Through Injuries

LOS ANGELES - USC Trojan Kamari Ramsey is widely regarded as one of the top safety prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft class. He chose to forgo last year's draft, looking for the opportunity to boost his stock, but more importantly help him team win games.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 17

Big Ten Rival Could Complicate USC's No. 1 Ranked Recruiting Class

The USC Trojans remain at the top of the 2026 recruiting rankings after the latest update, holding firm with 32 commitments and a class loaded with blue-chip talent.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / September 17

USC Trojans Announce This Week’s Tunnel Captain…And It’s A Legend

As the USC Trojans prepare to pick up their fourth win of the season on Saturday night, a Trojan legend is set to make his return to the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.

USC Trojans News / Sporting News / September 17

USC Trojans hit hard by key defensive injury

USC football suffers a blow as cornerback Chasen Johnson is ruled out for the season with a knee injury. Here’s how the Trojans will adjust.

Jayden Maiava News / USC Trojans on SI / September 17

Heisman Buzz Building As USC's Jayden Maiava Enters Latest Quarterback Rankings

Every Wednesday, Joel Reuter of The Athletic releases his Report Card grades for the top 20 quarterbacks of the week. For the first two weeks of the season, USC’s Jayden Maiava was nowhere to be found—a curious omission for a starter who had played clean, efficient football, albeit against lighter competition.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / September 16

USC Coach Lincoln Riley Reveals Unfortunate Injury News Before Michigan State Game

The USC Trojans are coming off a road win again the Purdue Boilermakers and now look ahead to their Big Ten home opener against the Michigan State Spartans. USC coach Lincoln Riley spoke to reporters after practice and announced cornerback Chasen Johnson would be out for the season with a knee injury.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / September 16

USC Trojans Dealt Brutal Injury News With Impact Player Out For Season

The USC Trojans have stayed relatively healthy during their 3-0 start to the 2025 season. One position group that has suffered the most injuries has been the defensive back room.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 16

USC Trojans Targeting Top California Defensive Back Recruits

The USC Trojans football program has one of the top recruiting classes in the country for 2026, and the Trojans are aiming for another top recruiting class in 2027.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 16

USC Trojans Tagged as Big Ten 'Dark Horse' in College Football Playoff Race

ESPN has made its stance clear: USC may be one of college football’s most explosive teams, but they’re also the Big Ten’s biggest enigma. In the network’s latest CFP Bubble Watch, the Trojans were labeled a wild card despite boasting the nation’s fifth-best playoff odds.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 16

USC Trojans Secondary Finding Clarity In After Tumultuous Offseason

The USC Trojans came into this season with newcomers all over the field, but especially in the secondary. Ultimately, USC defensive coordinator D'Anton

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 16

Why USC Quarterback Jayden Maiava Is Succeeding In Lincoln Riley's Offensive Blueprint

The nation's highest-scoring offense, paired with his fifth-most passing yards, are two things USC Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava has helped his team achieve.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 16

USC’s Playmaking Defense Boosts Trojans to Top-10 Spot in Latest Power Rankings

The Trojans are finally making noise for the right reasons. After a 3-0 start capped by Saturday’s 33–17 Big Ten-opening win over Purdue, USC was ranked No.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / September 16

USC Trojans Commit Boobie Feaster Gives Emphatic Statement On Recruitment

With the commitment of 2027 quarterback Peyton Houston to the LSU Tigers, there has been a ton of chatter surrounding USC Trojans 2026 WR commit Boobie Feaster.

Eric Gentry News / USC Trojans on SI / September 16

Why USC Linebacker Eric Gentry is Key for Trojans' Defense

The USC Trojans started 3-0 for the third time in the last five seasons after defeating the Purdue Boilermakers 33-17 in its Big Ten opener in West Lafayette.

Makai Lemon News / USC Trojans on SI / September 16

USC Star Receiver Makai Lemon Reveals His Unique Advantage Over Defensive Backs

USC Trojans wide receiver Makai Lemon has become one of the most dangerous playmakers in college football, but his rise to the top of the Trojans’ offense didn’t start the conventional way.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 16

USC's Lincoln Riley, Chad Bowden Send Unique Message to Trojans Students, Fans

The No. 25 USC Trojans are 3-0 and are ranked for the first time in 2025, but the Big Ten gauntlet is set to begin as USC opened conference play with a road win over Purdue.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / September 16

How Recent Injuries Could Give The USC Trojans An Advantage Over Michigan State

The No. 25 USC Trojans are set to return to the Coliseum this weekend to face off against the Michigan State Spartans in a battle of undefeated 3-0 Big Ten teams.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 15

USC Trojans' Lincoln Riley Reveals Unique Behind the Scenes in Weather Delay

The USC Trojans are 3-0 after their 33-17 win on the road against the Purdue Boilermakers. Lincoln Riley and his team now come back home to Los Angeles for their Big Ten home opener against the Michigan State Spartans.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / September 15

Big Ten Conference Continues To Slight USC Trojans With Latest Kickoff Time

The USC Trojans continue to get the short end of the stick when it comes to scheduling. It begins this week, and it continues with next week’s game against Illinois.

Colin Cowherd News / USC Trojans on SI / September 15

Colin Cowherd Reveals Which Big Ten Team 'Finally' Has Sneaky-Good Offense

Colin Cowherd weighed in on the USC Trojans after their 3–0 start, offering a perspective that touched on both the team’s growth and lingering concerns.

USC-Purdue Delayed Due to Serious Weather, Stadium Evacuated

The Week 3 Big Ten clash between the USC Trojans and Purdue Boilermakers was put on ice as the game's start time approached. In what is the first meeting between the two teams as conference foes, and the first time they've played one another since 1998, lightning strikes have delayed the game.