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USC's Promising Ranking Amid Transfer Portal Chaos

The 2025-26 college basketball season has come to a close with the Michigan Wolverines coming out on top as they defeated the UConn Huskies in the national championship game. As the page gets turned to 2026-27, what is the outlook for the USC Trojans as they head into year three with coach Eric Musselman?

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USC Trojans College Football Playoff Path Hinges on This Key Thing

When Lincoln Riley took over as the USC Trojans' football coach in 2021, the expectation was to bring the Trojans back to competing for championships.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 9

The One Position USC Should Be Most Confident In Next Season

Despite all the questions many may have about the USC Trojans entering the 2026 season, there is one thing that many are clear on. With the return of veteran quarterback Jayden Maiava for his senior season, the Trojans have an already proven signal caller capable of leading a high-level offense.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 9

Four-Star Tight End Recruit Rahzario Edwards Makes USC Trojans Announcement

Grant Union (Calif.) four-star tight end recruit Rahzario Edwards has locked in an official visit with the USC Trojans for June 12-14, he announced via social media on Wednesday. Edwards is the No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 8

Chad Bowden Gets Real About the USC Trojans' Big Ten Schedule

It’s no secret the USC Trojans have a gauntlet of a schedule next season as they enter year five of the Lincoln Riley era. A late-September matchup against Oregon in week 5 will be the Trojans first test of the season and could have major College Football Playoff implications.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / April 8

USC Trojans' College Football Playoff Hopes May Rest On These Few Teams

As coach Lincoln Riley enters his fifth season leading the USC Trojans, the program is still in pursuit of its first College Football Playoff appearance.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 8

USC Trojans Recruiting Plan for the Secondary

USC has put a priority on upgrading its secondary over the past year. In the 2026 class, the Trojans signed six recruits for the backend of the defense.

College Basketball (W) News / USC Trojans on SI / April 7

Three Lessons the USC Trojans Can Learn From UCLA's Championship Run

The USC Trojans women's basketball team doesn't need any reminders about who just won the national championship, but ignoring the UCLA Bruins' blueprint would be a would be a mistake.

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 / USC Trojans on SI / April 7

USC Transfer Portal Tracker: Additions, Departures & Updated Roster for 2026-27

The transfer portal in college basketball officially opened on Tuesday, April 7, just hours removed from the Michigan Wolverines cutting down the nets in the 2026 National Championship game.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 7

USC Trojans Benefit From Having Practice Over a Spring Game

College football fans love spring games because it allows them to get a look at their team before the start of the upcoming season. And in some cases, they are able to interact with the players afterwards. For the USC Trojans, fans are particularly eager to get a look at the teams No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 7

Way-Too-Early Starting Lineup Projection for USC Trojans in 2026-27

Despite missing the NCAA Tournament for the third consecutive season and in its second year under coach Eric Musselman, many USC fans feel optimistic about

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 7

USC Makes Major Move for Colorado Recruit Reis Russell

Valor Christian (Colo.) three-star interior offensive line recruit Reis Russell got his first in-depth look at USC this past week when he attended practice on Friday and Saturday.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 7

USC Trojans Basketball's Early Ranking Should Excite Fans

The Michigan Wolverines are back on top of the college basketball world, as they defeated the UConn Huskies 69-63 to win their first national championship since 1989.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 7

USC Basketball's New Roster Need Following Latest Transfer Portal Departure

Prior to the start of this past season, the USC Trojans thought they would be getting some valuable minutes from Robert Morris transfer Amarion Dickerson.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 6

4-Star Recruit Jordan Hicks Opens Up About USC Visit

The USC Trojans are trending towards class of 2028 recruit, cornerback Jordan Hicks. Hicks spoke to Adam Gorney of Rivals about his recent visit to USC. Over the weekend, Jordan Hicks visited USC.

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

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 6

USC Trojans Should Treat Next Season as Final Four or Bust

It’s never a fun sight watching your biggest rival win the national championship, and that’s exactly what USC Trojans fans experienced on Sunday as the confetti fell on the UCLA Bruins women’s basketball team.

College Basketball (W) News / USC Trojans on SI / April 5

USC Trojans Early Ranking for 2026-27 Has Fans Talking

The UCLA Bruins defeated the South Carolina Gamecocks 79-51 on Sunday to capture their first national championship in program history, as the 2025-26 women’s

College Basketball (W) News / USC Trojans on SI / April 5

USC Trojans Take a Huge Leap in Early 2026-27 Rankings

The UCLA Bruins defeated the South Carolina Gamecocks 79-51 on Sunday to capture their first national championship in program history, as the 2025-26 women’s

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 5

USC Trojans' Waymond Jordan's New NIL Deal Signals Big Expectations for Injury Return

USC Trojans running back Waymond Jordan is already building momentum for 2026 before even returning to the field. After an injury-shortened season, Jordan has signed a major NIL deal with Panini America, signaling both his marketability and his expected on-field impact.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 5