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Lincoln Riley Faces Critical Test as USC Battles Penn State on Recruiting Trail

Saturday’s matchup between the No. 19 USC Trojans and Penn State for the Nittany Lions’ iconic White Out game presents a much-needed opportunity for USC coach Lincoln Riley and the Trojans to get their first statement road victory of the 2026 season.

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USC Trojans vs. Penn State Final Preview and Prediction

The No. 19 USC Trojans spent five of their first six games in Los Angeles. Now they have their second-longest road trip of 2026 on deck. But will enter one of the nation's loudest venues: Beaver Stadium in State College, Pennsylvania, the home of the Penn State Nittany Lions.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / October 9

Field Yates Delivers Intriguing Jayden Maiava NFL Comparison

NFL scrutiny still lingers over USC Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava, especially as he's reached the halfway point of his final college football chapter.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / October 9

USC Trojans Who Need Bigger Roles vs. Penn State to Avoid Transfer Questions

It's officially the midway point of the season, and the No. 19 USC Trojans are two games in of their tough conference games. Their third leg of Big Ten play will be at Penn State (Oct.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / October 8

Oregon’s National Title Odds Tell a Different Story Than Its Ranking

No. 13 Oregon (3-1, 1-0 Big Ten) saw little movement in its national title odds after sitting out Week 5 with a bye. The Ducks are coming off one of the signature wins in coach Dan Lanning’s five-year tenure in Eugene with a 41-27 upset win over then-No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / October 7

USC Trojans Must Overcome One Key Weakness to Keep Season Alive

Once USC leaves the tarmac in Los Angeles, they have been a completely different team since joining the Big Ten in 2024. A flip switches in the wrong direction.

JuJu Watkins News / ESPN / October 7

USC's Watkins expects to be 'smarter player' after ACL layoff

USC star JuJu Watkins says she's learned a lot about "patience" during her long layoff from an ACL injury and expects to be a "smarter player" when the Trojans' season tips off in early November.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / October 7

Three USC Trojans' Stock Rising and Falling Ahead of Pivotal Penn State White Out

The No. 19 USC Trojans needed to respond after suffering a loss to a then-No. 20 ranked Oregon team in Week 4. The Trojans did that with a win against Washington on Saturday.

USC Trojans News / Saturday Blitz / October 7

Could Week 6 expose the USC Trojans once and for all?

There’s been a ton of buzz around the CFB community lately (as there often is this time every year), whether it be the demand of respect for those that are underrated, or the theories regarding what the heck is going on in the SEC.

Jahkeem Stewart News / USC Trojans on SI / October 6

Why USC Defensive Lineman Jahkeem Stewart's Toughness Should Excite Fans

Defensive lineman Jahkeem Stewart has dealt with plenty of adversity early in his USC career. Last season, he suffered a stress fracture in his foot just before the start of his freshman season.

USC Trojans News / 5 GOATs / October 6

USC at Penn State odds: Opening point spread revealed

In what is still odd to call a conference matchup, the Penn State Nittany Lions and USC Trojans are set to face one another on Saturday. This will be the second Big Ten game between the two programs and first in Happy Valley.

Luke Wafle News / USC Trojans on SI / October 5

USC Defensive End Luke Wafle's Latest Performance Has College Football Buzzing

It’s no surprise that No. 19 USC Trojans defensive end Luke Wafle was going to be a key player on defensive coordinator Gary Patterson’s squad. Each week, Trojan fans are getting the chance to see more of his talent.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / October 5

USC Trojans Bowl Projection Following Bounce Back Win Over Washington

The No. 19 USC Trojans improved to 5-1, rallying from an 11-point second-half deficit to defeat their former Pac-12 foe, the Washington Huskies, 25-21 at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Saturday, Oct.

Lincoln Riley News / A to Z Sports / October 5

USC’s brutal four-game stretch could seal Lincoln Riley’s fate as the Trojans’ fanbase is starting to reach its boiling point

The USC Trojans got back on track at home against Washington after an emotional loss to Oregon. Now a cross-country trip to Penn State opens the stretch that will define Lincoln Riley’s future.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / October 5

Latest Betting Odds Make Statement on USC Trojans' Road Test vs. Penn State

In Week 5, the No. 19 USC Trojans were able to turn it around in the second half against the Washington Huskies and get a defensive stop in the end to win 25-21.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / October 4

Lincoln Riley Clears the Air on Gary Patterson Moving From USC's Sidelines

The No. 18 USC Trojans became involved in one head-turning move which arrived before a rough first half outing from quarterback Jayden Maiava against the Washington Huskies.

Jayden Maiava News / USC Trojans on SI / October 4

USC Quarterback Jayden Maiava Gets Real About Rough Start Against Washington

In the first half of No. 18 USC Trojans’ Week 5 matchup against the Washington Huskies, it appeared as if the loss to Oregon weighed heavily on the team.

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 1

USC HC Lincoln Riley's poor response to Oregon loss is on brand for rudderless Trojans

USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley would like to remind everyone that it could be a lot worse.

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Alabama has a major defensive problem that may get worse vs. Mississippi State

College football team has lengthy injury report amid mumps outbreak

Oregon State WR flying under the national radar amid incredible season

Wisconsin has massive win on recruiting trail after Penn State upset

Jayden Maiava News / EssentiallySports / October 2

'Teams Fall Apart': Jayden Maiava Makes Locker Room Admission as Desman Stephens Incident Raises Doubts on USC Culture

A rivalry loss can expose more than what happens between the lines. For USC, the 41-27 defeat to Oregon did that. The No. 12 Trojans entered the night unbeaten.

NFL News / SuperWest Sports / September 29

2026 Top Week 3 NFL Performances by Players from West: Summarizing the highlights of some standout alumni veterans and rookies

It was an exciting week in the NFL, with 12 of the 14 games played on Sunday decided by one score or less. That’s the most such games on a single day in NFL history.