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USC's Lincoln Riley Entering 'Must-Win' Season With Trojans

USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley is entering his fifth season at the helm in Los Angeles after signing a 10-year, $110 million contract prior to the 2022 season.

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USC's Jayden Maiava Reveals First Impression of Transfer Receiver Terrell Anderson

USC Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava is coming off a phenomenal first full season as the starting quarterback of USC, which featured him leading the Big

Jayden Maiava News / USC Trojans on SI / March 10

USC Practice Clip Shows Glimpse of Jayden Maiava's Potential New Favorite Receiver

USC Trojans star quarterback Jayden Maiava returns to Southern California for his senior season, but will be doing so without his top two targets in Biletnikoff Award winner Makai Lemon and Ja'Kobi Lane.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 10

Three Keys for USC to Beat Washington and Advance in the Big Ten Tournament

The USC Trojans are the No. 12 seed in the Big Ten Tournament and are matched up against No. 13 Washington. During the regular season, the Huskies swept USC, but here are three ways for the Trojans to beat Washington in the second round of the Big Ten Tournament.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 10

USC Trojans Predicted to Land Four-Star Tight End Recruit

The USC Trojans recruiting machine does not appear to be slowing down anytime soon. After signing five-star tight end Mark Bowman as part of the No. 1 class in the country for 2026, the Trojans have been predicted to land four-star tight end recruit Charles Davis from the class of 2027, per Rivals reporters Greg Biggins and Adam Gorney.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 10

Biggest Must-Win Game for USC Trojans, Lincoln Riley Next Season

USC Trojans coach Riley is set to enter his fifth season leading the program, and the growing expectation is to lead the Trojans to the College Football Playoff. The Trojans' return of starting quarterback Jayden Maiava, an improved defense, and the arrival of the No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 10

Santa Margarita Recruit Allen 'Cinco' Kennett V Opens Up About Recent USC Offer

Growing up in Southern California, 2028 Santa Margarita (Calif.) linebacker Allen “Cinco” Kennett V would attend games at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum multiple times a year with his grandfather and little brother. But a trip to campus this past Saturday provided a unique experience.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 10

USC's College Football Playoff Chances Will Surprise People

The USC Trojans will enter the 2026 college football season with their sights set on making the program’s first ever appearance in the College Football Playoff.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 9

USC Trojans Big Ten Tournament Hub: Schedule, Bracket, Potential Paths

The USC Trojans are the No. 13 seed in the Big Ten Tournament, and they are set to face off against the Washington Huskies (No. 12 seed) in the second round of the tournament on Wednesday, March 11.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 9

Four-Star Recruit Ace Leutele Opens Up About Mater Dei Pipeline at USC

Mater Dei (Calif.) four-star safety Ace Leutele has been visiting USC since he was in elementary school and recently returned to campus this past Friday to take in a spring practice. Leutele is the No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 9

Four-Star Recruit Jackson Roper Reveals Impression of USC After Spring Visit

Cherry Creek (Colo.) four-star interior offensive line recruit Jackson Roper made the trip to USC over the weekend. “It went really well, I loved my time," Roper told USC Trojans on SI's Kendell Hollowell.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 8

USC Trojans Star Freshman Already Turning Heads in Practice

The USC Trojans have officially started spring practices, and freshman cornerback Elbert Hill is already making highlight plays. The Trojans social media team posted a video of Hill intercepting a pass, and the freshman showed off his speed and awareness before coming down with what appears to be an overthrown ball.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 8

Notable Recruits Who Visited USC This Past Week for Spring Practice

Mater Dei (Calif.) four-star cornerback Danny Lang is a high priority target for the USC Trojans in the 2027 cycle. And because of he lives very close to campus, the local blue-chip prospect was at three of the four spring practices this past week.

Eric Musselman News / USC Trojans on SI / March 8

Eric Musselman Gets Real On USC's Home-Court Advantage After UCLA Loss

The UCLA Bruins put more salt in the wounds of what has been a disaster finish to the regular season for the USC Trojans, handing them their seventh consecutive loss.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 8

USC Trojans' Pitching Duo Leading the Way For Historic Start

The USC Trojans are rolling on the diamond. Although the Trojans' offense deserves their fair share of credit, it's been their pitching that has been the x-factor to their early success this season.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 8

USC Trojans Baseball On the Verge of History

The USC Trojans baseball team’s historic undefeated start to the 2026 season continues. The Trojans are now 14-0 following a second consecutive 4-0 shutout win over the Illinois Fighting Illini.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / March 7

USC Aiming To Flip This Southern California Recruit From Oregon

The USC Trojans welcomed class of 2027 recruit, offensive lineman Drew Fielder to Los Angles on Friday, Mar. 7. Fielder is currently committed to the Oregon Ducks, but the Trojans are trying to make a push.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 7

USC Coach Lindsay Gottlieb Shares Her Assessment of Jazzy Davidson's Injury

USC freshman guard Jazzy Davidson suffered a right shoulder injury Thursday during the Trojans’ 76-64 loss to the Washington Huskies in the second round of the 2026 Big Ten Tournament at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 7

USC Trojans Making a Strong Push for Coveted Cornerback Recruit

Mater Dei (Calif.) four-star cornerback Danny Lang made the short trip to USC on Tuesday morning, arriving on campus with his dad at 6 a.m. PT to talk with numerous people on the staff.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 7

Biggest Observations from USC Trojans' Third Spring Practice

LOS ANGELES - Several USC players expressed their excitement coming out of the locker room as the Trojans had their first padded practice on Friday, March 6.

Gilbert Arenas News / Larry Brown Sports / March 2

Gilbert Arenas is not happy with USC basketball

Gilbert Arenas is not happy with USC’s basketball program, which could call his son’s future into question. Arenas was sharply critical of the Trojans over the departure of guard Chad Baker-Mazara over the weekend.

USC Trojans News / College Sports Only / March 2

USC Basketball Player’s Marathon Career Finally Comes To An End

After going through five schools in six seasons of college basketball, Chad Baker-Mazara’s wild collegiate career suddenly ended with a bizarre injury and an announcement that the guard had left the program.

Makai Lemon News / Larry Brown Sports / March 2

NFL teams concerned by USC wide receiver’s bizarre draft combine interviews

Projected first-round pick Makai Lemon reportedly damaged his draft stock significantly after teams heard him speak at the NFL draft combine. The USC wide receiver was the talk of the combine for the wrong reasons.