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USC's Jazzy Davidson Earns Recognition With Magazine Cover

USC Trojans guard Jazzy Davidson is the most recent cover athlete for “Slam U.” The freshman phenom has gained national recognition for her incredible play this season. Check out Jazzy Davidson’s Slam cover below. Davidson was a five-star recruit and the top rated player in USC’s 2025 recruiting class.

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USC Trojans' Best Transfer Portal Addition Is Clear

The USC Trojans are bringing in 10 players through the transfer portal, but former Iowa State cornerback Jontez Williams could be the biggest addition.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / February 18

USC Receives Alijah Arenas Injury News Ahead of Illinois Game

The USC Trojans may be without their hottest scorer at the worst possible time. Freshman guard Alijah Arenas is battling illness and will be a game-time decision ahead of USC’s critical home matchup against the Illinois Fighting Illini, according to a report from the Los Angeles Times.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / February 18

Freshman Receiver Trent Mosley Emerging As Hidden Gem In USC Trojans Offense

USC general manager Chad Bowden was very high on the crop of recruits that were in Southern California for the 2026 cycle, which included Santa Margarita

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / February 18

Legendary USC Quarterback Building California Recruiting Pipeline For Trojans

USC landed its third commitment of the 2027 cycle when Santa Margarita (Calif.) three-star defensive lineman Isaia Vandermade announced his pledge on Tuesday.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / February 18

USC’s Offensive Line Question That Could Shape The Season

USC received good news last month when they were able to retain Alani Noa, a two-starter at guard. There were questions about whether or not Noa would enter the transfer portal after his absence in the bowl game but that was put to rest.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / February 17

The Biggest Question USC Faces at Running Back

Waymond Jordan was an instant star for the USC Trojans last season, making the jump from the junior college ranks to major college football. However, an

Lenny Vandermade News / LAFB Network / February 17

USC Trojans Bolster 2027 Defense with Legacy Commit Isaia Vandermade

In a significant boost to their future defensive line, the USC Trojans have landed their first defensive line commitment for the 2027 recruiting class: three-star prospect Isaia Vandermade.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / February 16

The Biggest Question USC Faces at Wide Receiver

Biletnikoff Award winner Makai Lemon and fellow USC wide receiver Ja’Kobi Lane are headed off to the NFL. The two star pass-catchers were the Trojans' leading receivers the past two seasons. Jaden Richardson and Jay Fair have exhausted their eligibility, while Prince Strachan and DJ Jordan entered the transfer portal.

Zachariah Branch News / CFB-HQ on SI / February 16

Zachariah Branch 2026 NFL Draft Prospect Profile, Grades, Rank, Measurements

Georgia wide receiver Zachariah Branch is one of the most explosive playmaking athletes in this draft class. Branch is not a big receiver but makes up for his size limitations with his explosive acceleration and playmaking abilities.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / February 16

USC Trojans Freshman Deshonne Redeaux Turns Heads With Los Angeles Apartment

USC Trojans freshman running back Deshonne Redeaux turned heads on social media with photos of the view from his apartment in Los Angeles as the newest Trojan is settling into Southern California.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / February 16

USC Trojans' Big Ten Tournament Outlook Entering Season's Final Stretch

The USC Trojans enter a pivotal week looking to strengthen their chances of making the NCAA Tournament for the first time in three seasons. Following a

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / February 16

Where USC Will Be Most Reliant on Young Players Next Fall

USC was not as active in the transfer portal as many would have thought. Instead, the Trojans are committed to their recent player development and incoming freshman class. It’s crucial season for the program in the fifth year of the Lincoln Riley era.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / February 16

Three All-American Candidates on the USC Trojans Roster

The USC Trojans have the offseason to develop their loaded 2026 roster and present themselves as an elite competitor come the fall, with the potential to produce more All-Americans.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / February 15

USC Behind Four Big Ten Teams in Way-Too-Early Top 25 Rankings

The USC Trojans enter the 2026 college football season fresh of a 9-4 2025. USC went 9-3 in the regular season including 7-2 in conference play, finishing in 4th place in the Big Ten.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / February 15

Biggest Position Battle for the USC Trojans, Lincoln Riley

The USC Trojans are building a talented roster of returning players, incoming recruits, andtransfer portal additions. One position battle to watch throughout the offseason will be the wide receiver room.

Pete Carroll News / USC Trojans on SI / February 15

The Impact of USC Sustaining Recruiting Success in California

The blueprint was laid out almost 25 years ago by legendary USC coach Pete Carroll. Recruit California at an elite level, and the Trojans can compete at the highest level in college football. Carroll built a fence around the state in recruiting for almost a decade.

USC Trojans News / College Sports Only / February 15