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USC Cornerback RJ Sermons Making Strides in Spring Practice

Redshirt freshman cornerback RJ Sermons was a late addition to the USC Trojans 2025 recruiting class when he decided to reclassify at the beginning of last summer.

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Four Observations From USC Coach Chad Savage’s Media Availability

USC inside receivers/ tight ends coach Chad Savage was an incredibly impactful hire for the Trojans when they brought him over from Colorado State last

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 17

USC Trojans Basketball Revamped Their Backcourt With Two Offseason Moves

The USC Trojans men's basketball team had a lot of questions about its backcourt entering this offseason. But after making their first few transfer portal

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 17

Inside USC Defensive Lineman Jahkeem Stewart’s Mindset for Success

USC sophomore defensive lineman Jahkeem Stewart was a highly sought-after prospect coming out of Edna Karr (La.) in New Orleans. The Trojans were relentless in their pursuit of the 6-foot-6, 295-pounder and in his first season, Stewart lived up to the hype, finishing second on the team in tackles for loss and earning Freshman All-American honors.

USC Trojans News / A to Z Sports / April 17

USC lands elite 2027 prospect in comeback fashion after being projected to come in second place for the four-star recruit behind Ohio State

The USC Trojans landed one of the best recruits in the entire 2027 class, only pushing them higher up the rankings. The USC Trojans are not yet out of the fight for finishing the 2027 recruiting cycle with the best class in the country.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 17

USC Trojans Recruiting Class Ranking Boosted by Mekai Brown

USC’s recruiting success continued on Friday as four-star Edge rusher Mekai Brown from Greenwich Country Day in Connecticut committed to the Trojans over

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 17

Four-Star EDGE Recruit Mekai Brown Commits to USC Trojans Over Ohio State, Notre Dame

Four-star EDGE recruit Mekai Brown committed to the USC Trojans on Friday morning, announcing his decision between a final group of USC, Texas A&M, Notre Dame, Ohio State, and Ole Miss.

Four-Star EDGE Recruit Mekai Brown Deciding Between USC, Notre Dame, Ohio State

Four-star EDGE recruit Mekai Brown is committing Friday morning, announcing his decision between a final group of USC, Texas A&M, Notre Dame, Ohio State, and Ole Miss.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 16

Chad Baker-Mazara Breaks Silence On Turbulent USC Tenure

The USC Trojans' season took a stunning turn on March 1 when the program dismissed star wing Chad Baker-Mazara. The decision came just days after the Trojans' home loss to the Nebraska Cornhuskers, a game where Baker-Mazara spent the second half on the bench after a nasty fall that ended his night.

Draft Buzz Moves JuJu Watkins Back Into National Spotlight

The 2026 WNBA Draft is officially in the books, and the conversation has already shifted to next year. Unlike the recent class where names like UConn Huskies guard Azzi Fudd, TCU Horned Frogs guard Olivia Miles and Spanish center Awa Fam created real debate at the top, the 2027 class currently offers far less mystery.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 16

USC Backcourt Depth Receives Big Boost With Transfer Addition

USC Trojans women’s basketball added experienced backcourt production on Wednesday, landing UC Davis transfer Ryann Bennett. The Long Beach native returns home and reunites with former AAU teammate Kennedy Smith, giving head coach Lindsay Gottlieb another versatile guard ahead of the 2026-27 season.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 16

Ranking the Top-Five Most NFL-Ready USC Prospects

The USC Trojans have some of the top prospects that will be available in the 2026 NFL Draft. Players from both sides of the ball should expect to hear their names called relatively early during the three-day affair.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 15

Five Big Takeaways from USC Coach Zach Hanson’s Media Availability

The offensive line is expected to be one of the biggest strengths for the USC Trojans in 2026. They return all five starters on the offensive line, but a talented group of true freshmen, plus a key position change in the interior and some key depth players from a year ago, created plenty of competition in the spring and could shake things up.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 15

USC Trojans Make Big Move With Five-Star Defensive Lineman Recruit

Another five-star recruit could soon be joining what is already an impressive 2027 recruiting class for coach Lincoln Riley’s USC Trojans. Five-star defensive

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 15

The Freshman Who Could Be USC Trojans' Next Breakout Star

At first glance, it was not very hard to see why USC freshman cornerback Elbert “Rock” Hill was rated as the No. 1 cornerback in the 2026 class according to ESPN, and so highly coveted by premier schools across the country. “That kid do some stuff that if he was in the NFL Combine today, he'll look the best.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 14

Freshman Receiver Trent Mosley Draws Lofty Admiration from USC Coaching Staff

Trent Mosley made a name for himself very early in his high school career when he was named the Trinity League co-Offensive Player of the Year after a tremendous sophomore season.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 14

NFL Scouts Missing Key Parts of USC Receiver Ja'Kobi Lane's Pro Potential

After a successful collegiate career, USC Trojans wide receiver Ja’Kobi Lane is ready for the 2026 NFL Draft. However, NFL scouts appear to be missing the extent of Lane’s potential in the NFL.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 14

USC's Early Top 25 Ranking Amid Spring Practice Might Surprise Trojan Fans

The USC Trojans continue to make great progress throughout spring practice as they prepare for a 2026 season with the expectation of taking the next step

Local Recruits Taking Notice of California Programs Competing for Commitments

It’s well known that some states produce elite high school prospects at a much high rate every cycle, and regardless of where they fall in the pecking

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 14

Five-Star Recruit Sara Okeke Pulls Back the Curtain on Her USC Commitment

PORTLAND, Ore. – Coach Lindsay Gottlieb secured another notable commitment in the USC Trojans’ 2026 recruiting class at the end of March. Five-star forward Sara Okeke announced her commitment to USC on March 17, joining what is looking to be a dangerous Trojans team next season.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 13

Big Ten Rival Makes Push For USC Recruiting Target Gavin Williams

The USC Trojans have clearly built momentum on the 2027 recruiting trail, especially on the defensive side of the ball. But that surge is once again being tested.

Eric Gentry News / USC Trojans on SI / April 13

USC Linebacker Prospect Eric Gentry Sees Big Change to NFL Draft Stock

Throughout the NFL Draft process, USC Trojans linebacker Eric Gentry has been doing what he can to climb draft boards. It seems that work has paid off. With the draft approaching, ESPN's Jeff Legwold wrote on seven NFL Draft prospects that are rising up draft boards, and he included Gentry in the list.

USC Trojans News / A to Z Sports / April 7

USC Trojans have a legit chance at landing one of the best players in the 2027 class even though they’re across the country from him

The USC Trojans could land 2027 four-star and top-30 recruit Mekai Brown, who is down to five schools in his recruitment. The 6’6 EDGE is elite. The USC Trojans have been the best recruiting team in the country over the last few years.

USC Trojans News / Yardbarker / April 6

Washington Mystics' front-office move suggests bigger moves are ahead

The Washington Mystics wasted no time making changes at the start of the WNBA's free agency period. And their first move suggests even bigger ones are on the horizon.

Sky deal Angel Reese to Dream in shocking trade

Ex-Raptors prez Masai Ujiri joins Toronto's WNBA ownership

More than 100 WNBA free agents hit the market Monday

Caitlin Clark has a perfect description for UCLA's Cori Close

The 'WNBA Finals MVPs' quiz

Lincoln Riley News / Yardbarker / April 3