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Three Challenging Player Matchups USC Will Face Against Louisiana

Three Challenging Player Matchups USC Will Face Against Louisiana

The No. 14 USC Trojans will pull an all-nighter against Louisiana on Sept. 12 since kickoff is slated for approximately 8 p.m. PT. USC is attempting to coax fans into attending the game with record-low ticket prices, which also comes amid criticism of the nationally-ranked Trojans playing in front of non-sold-out crowds this season.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 11
USC Trojans Make Major Push for Running Back Recruit Ahead of Weekend Visit

USC Trojans Make Major Push for Running Back Recruit Ahead of Weekend Visit

The No. 14 USC Trojans are gearing up for their final non-conference matchup of the season against the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns, and while the list of reported

Jide Abasiri News / USC Trojans on SI / September 11
Why USC Trojans' Jide Abasiri’s Confidence Is Peaking at the Right Time

Why USC Trojans' Jide Abasiri’s Confidence Is Peaking at the Right Time

A big part of the No. 14 USC Trojans' defensive struggles over the past few seasons has been because of inconsistent play at the line of scrimmage.  The Trojans have been in dire need of a dominant defensive lineman who can wreak havoc on a consistent basis and change games.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 11
USC Football Tickets vs. Louisiana Drop to New Low as Big Ten Play Nears

USC Football Tickets vs. Louisiana Drop to New Low as Big Ten Play Nears

Attendance has been a major storyline surrounding the USC Trojans in 2026. In Week 0, the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum made headlines for appearing relatively empty, and the crowd seemed to improve slightly the following week against Fresno State.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 11
Lincoln Riley Sees Something Different in USC Freshman Mark Bowman

Lincoln Riley Sees Something Different in USC Freshman Mark Bowman

Several players in the USC Trojans' No. 1-ranked 2026 recruiting class have already made an impact in the first two games of their collegiate careers.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 11
USC Players That Need Bigger Roles To Avoid Transfer Questions

USC Players That Need Bigger Roles To Avoid Transfer Questions

No. 14 USC Trojans will close out three home-game stretch versus the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns on Sept. 12. Leading up to the game, the Trojans released another look at the updated depth chart – leaving certain players off the list while showing possible split reps on the field.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 11
Lincoln Riley Shares Insight Into Receiver Trent Mosley's Preparation

Lincoln Riley Shares Insight Into Receiver Trent Mosley's Preparation

The No. 14 USC Trojans have looked dominant in their first two wins of the season and aim to continue that dominance on Saturday night against the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 10
USC Trojans Still Missing One Key Element on Offense Through Two Games

USC Trojans Still Missing One Key Element on Offense Through Two Games

USC running back Anthony Jones holds his players to a high standard.  Trojans running back Waymond Jordan said the film session with Jones following their week 0 win over San José State was brutal.

Jide Abasiri News / USC Trojans on SI / September 9
USC Trojans' Jide Abasiri Pulls Back Curtain on Defensive Adjustments

USC Trojans' Jide Abasiri Pulls Back Curtain on Defensive Adjustments

In Week 1, the No. 14 USC Trojans’ defense had its first shutout of the season against the Fresno State Bulldogs in a 39-0 victory. Junior defensive tackle Jide Abasiri was a key contributor in the strong performance by the unit – six pressures, three quarterback-hits, sack and pressure win-rate of 54.5 percent, per Pro Football Focus.

Kayden Dixon-Wyatt News / USC Trojans on SI / September 9
Freshman Receiver Kayden Dixon-Wyatt Reflects on Choosing USC Over Ohio State

Freshman Receiver Kayden Dixon-Wyatt Reflects on Choosing USC Over Ohio State

The No. 14 USC Trojans will wrap up their three-game home stretch vs. the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns in Week 2. As their offense continues to slowly bring back pieces and catch a rhythm, true freshman receiver Kayden Dixon-Wyatt is starting to come into his own.

Kennedy Urlacher News / USC Trojans on SI / September 9
How Safety Kennedy Urlacher is Quietly Becoming a Difference Maker for USC

How Safety Kennedy Urlacher is Quietly Becoming a Difference Maker for USC

The No. 14 USC Trojans have looked every bit like the team many were anticipating them to be across their first two games. The Trojans now sit at 2-0 and have already checked off several of the biggest boxes they needed to come into the 2026 season.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 9
USC Announces Historic Non-Conference Game With Big 12 Opponent

USC Announces Historic Non-Conference Game With Big 12 Opponent

The USC Trojans women’s basketball team enters the 2026-27 season with high expectations, with the return of star guards Jazzy Davidson and JuJu Watkins and the arrival of a top recruiting class.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 9
USC Trojans Ticket Prices Create Intrigue Before Louisiana Game

USC Trojans Ticket Prices Create Intrigue Before Louisiana Game

Looking to extend their 11-game home winning streak, the No. 14 USC Trojans will close out non-conference play on Saturday, Sept. 12, at the Los Angeles

Mark Bowman News / USC Trojans on SI / September 9

Tight End Mark Bowman Offers Rare Insight Into USC Freshmen's Key to Success

After having a limited fall camp, true freshman tight end Mark Bowman appears to have not missed a step after two games of action. Bowman has made an instant impact as an extra blocker on the line and has shown glimpses of the damage he can do as a pass catcher.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 8
Gary Patterson Beats Big Ten Rivals for Weekly Award After USC's Shutout Win

Gary Patterson Beats Big Ten Rivals for Weekly Award After USC's Shutout Win

In Week 0 versus San José State, USC defensive coordinator Gary Patterson and the Trojans defense held the Spartans scoreless in the first half of action, but the second half was a different story.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / September 8
USC Fans Will Love College Football Playoff Prediction Before Big Ten Play

USC Fans Will Love College Football Playoff Prediction Before Big Ten Play

With the start of the college football season officially underway, few teams, including No. 14 USC, are beginning to show they have what it takes to make a bid for the College Football Playoff.

Michael Desormeaux News / USC Trojans on SI / September 8
Louisiana Coach Michael Desormeaux Explains Challenge of USC's Defensive Line

Louisiana Coach Michael Desormeaux Explains Challenge of USC's Defensive Line

The No. 14 USC Trojans will close out non-conference play on Saturday, Sept. 12, against the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.

College Football News / Saturday Blitz / September 5
USC freshman Trent Mosley is creating the perfect debate for Lincoln Riley to solve

USC freshman Trent Mosley is creating the perfect debate for Lincoln Riley to solve

Lincoln Riley entered the 2026 college football season under a ton of pressure as USC is still waiting for their head coach to lead them to the College Football Playoff.

Lincoln Riley News / Athlon Sports / September 2
Lincoln Riley Fires Back at USC ‘False Narrative’ After Viral Attendance Images

Lincoln Riley Fires Back at USC ‘False Narrative’ After Viral Attendance Images

USC opened its 2026 college football season with a 42-26 victory over San Jose State. Still, the result was quickly overshadowed by viral images showing large sections of empty seats at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.

Lincoln Riley News / Yardbarker / September 1
Lincoln Riley defends USC as poor fan attendance becomes a topic

Lincoln Riley defends USC as poor fan attendance becomes a topic

He's not taking it lying down, and in fact, he likes the spotlight on his team.

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USC Trojans News / Viral Sports News / September 1
Former USC Star Surprisingly Signs With Top NFL Franchise

Former USC Star Surprisingly Signs With Top NFL Franchise

Former USC Trojans quarterback Kedon Slovis has a new NFL home — and it is not the one most expected. The Green Bay Packers signed Slovis to their practice squad Tuesday, filling the developmental quarterback spot created when general manager Brian Gutekunst traded Kyle McCord to Miami.

USC Trojans News / Yardbarker / August 31
USC's Lincoln Riley could be coaching for his job

USC's Lincoln Riley could be coaching for his job

Lincoln Riley has kicked off his fifth season as the head coach of the USC Trojans football program. 

USC calls for 'increased attendance' after thin crowd for opener
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Lincoln Riley News / Yardbarker / August 31
Kirk Herbstreit rips USC fans for poor attendance in Week 0

Kirk Herbstreit rips USC fans for poor attendance in Week 0

Kirk Herbstreit doesn't want to hear about Week 0. He doesn't want to hear about the heat.

USC's Lincoln Riley could be coaching for his job
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Jake Olson News / College Sports Only / August 31
Blind Ex-USC Long Snapper Jokes About Attendance

Blind Ex-USC Long Snapper Jokes About Attendance

Even former USC long snapper Jake Olson – the first blind player to play in a D1 football game – had jokes about the Trojans’ woeful attendance for Week 0.

College Football News / Yardbarker / August 30
Top performers from CFB Week 0: USC's Jayden Maiava joins elite company, and Virginia's Beau Pribula surprises

Top performers from CFB Week 0: USC's Jayden Maiava joins elite company, and Virginia's Beau Pribula surprises

Many stars shined in Week 0 of the college football season on Saturday. Yardbarker kept track of several.  Each week of the season, we'll spotlight some of these top performers, some of whom may eventually be playing on Sundays.

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