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What USC Quarterback Jayden Maiava Said Before The Alamo Bowl

The USC Trojans are upon their final game of the 2025 season, facing the TCU Horned Frogs in the Alamo Bowl in San Antonio, Texas. Ahead of the matchup, both teams and select players spoke to the media.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / December 30

USC vs. TCU Prediction: Alamo Bowl Game Preview

There’s plenty in flux for both USC and TCU ahead of a rare meeting in the Alamo Bowl. The Trojans are down their top two receivers and a handful of offensive linemen between opt-outs and injuries.

JuJu Watkins News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / December 30

USC Coach Downplays Jazzy Davidson Injury Scare

The No. 17-ranked USC Trojans women's basketball team can ill afford to lose another star player. This is because superstar guard JuJu Watkins suffered a torn ACL during USC's run in the 2025 NCAA tournament, which is forcing Watkins to miss this entire season.

College Football News / Yardbarker / December 30

Riley puts blame directly on Notre Dame for ending series with USC

Lincoln Riley puts blame directly on Notre Dame for ending historic series with USC

According to Riley, it's the Fighting Irish who have dropped the ball when it comes to a continuation of this historic series.

Notre Dame HC Marcus Freeman's announcement throws cold water on NFL rumors

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USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 29

Lindsay Gottlieb Doesn't Hold Back After USC’s Road Win at Nebraska

The USC Women's Basketball team erased an early deficit behind a pivotal third quarter from Londynn Jones, who scored all 13 of her points in the frame, while Jazzy Davidson and Kennedy Smith led the Trojans with 17 points apiece.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / December 29

Lincoln Riley Makes His Feelings Clear On USC And Notre Dame Break Up

While the No. 16 USC Trojans are focused on finishing the season strong with an Alamo Bowl win over the TCU Horned Frogs, many college football fans are still focused on the latest news that their rivalry series with the Notre Dame Fighting Irish failed to be renewed.

DeCarlos Nicholson News / USC Trojans on SI / December 28

USC's DeCarlos Nicholson Opens Up On Decision To Play In Alamo Bowl

USC cornerback DeCarlos Nicholson has been a key player for the Trojans' secondary, a unit on defense that has shown promising growth since he transferred from Mississippi State in 2024.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 28

USC Fans Won't Like The Latest Recruiting Update From 4-Star Safety Gavin Williams

The USC Trojans remain in a strong position with four-star safety Gavin Williams, but the recruitment of the elite California defensive back is no longer a one-team conversation.

JuJu Watkins News / NBC Sports / December 28

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USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 27

Three Biggest Concerns for USC Women’s Basketball Before Big Ten Conference Play

The USC Trojans enter Big Ten conference play ranked fifth in the latest On3 power rankings, a testament to both ambition and resilience after one of the toughest non-conference schedules in the country.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / December 27

Three New Year's Resolutions For The USC Trojans, Lincoln Riley In 2026

With a 9-3 record on the season and looking to earn their second 10-win season in the last four years under coach Lincoln Riley, the No. 16 USC Trojans aim to finish off with a victory over the TCU Horned Frogs in the Alamo Bowl on Dec.

King Miller News / USC Trojans on SI / December 27

USC's King Miller Opens Up About His Journey As Walk-On Running Back

When USC’s pair of starting running backs, Eli Sanders and Waymond Jordan, both went down with injuries in the Trojans' 31-13 home win over the No. 18 Michigan Wolverines on Oct.

Tobias Raymond News / USC Trojans on SI / December 27

Tobias Raymond Reveals Biggest Strength of USC Trojans Offensive Line

Over the course of the season, the USC Trojans offensive line has gone through a handful of changes in personnel. Despite the numerous amounts of offensive line combinations the Trojans' trotted out, one thing stood out.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 27

USC Trojans Breakout Candidates Following NFL Draft, Transfer Portal Departures

Last season, receivers Makai Lemon and Ja’Kobi Lane had big-time performances in the USC Trojans comeback victory over Texas A&M in the Las Vegas Bowl.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 27

Three Reasons Why USC Must Re-Sign Quarterback Husan Longstreet

Arguably the best trait that USC Trojans’ coach Lincoln Riley possesses is his ability to identify talent at the quarterback position, which helps him on the recruiting trail immensely.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / December 27

Colin Cowherd Gives Unfiltered Take On USC Trojans, Notre Dame Rivalry Hiatus

After an ongoing dispute over scheduling, the USC Trojans' rivalry with Notre Dame is coming to an end. The break in the rivalry has drawn in immense criticism from fans, media, and alumni of both programs.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / December 26

USC Trojans, Alabama Recruiting Target Quentin Hale Updates Commitment Timeline

Los Angeles (Calif.) Cathedral four-star wide receiver Quentin Hale is no longer content letting his recruitment play out slowly. With his junior season complete and clarity beginning to form, Hale is now pushing toward an earlier decision timeline and two programs have emerged with the strongest momentum: USC Trojans and Alabama Crimson Tide.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 26

USC Trojans Signee Boobie Feaster Caps Historic High School Career

Boobie Feaster helped lead DeSoto to its second Texas 6A Division II State Championship in three years with a dominant 55-27 win over King this month. The four-star USC Trojans wide receiver signee hauled in 10 catches for 167 yards and two touchdowns, claiming MVP honors.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 26

USC Wide Receivers Makai Lemon, Ja'Kobi Lane Could Make History In 2026 NFL Draft

Despite being affectionately tabbed as "Wide Receiver University," the USC Trojans have never had multiple wide receivers selected in the first round of any one draft.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 26

Why USC Guard Chad Baker-Mazara Is Heating Up At The Perfect Time

The USC Trojans have had one of their best starts entering their second inaugural Big Ten season, sitting at 12-1 before they face No. 2 Michigan next month.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 26

USC Fans Will Love The Trojans' Latest Re-Signing Move

The USC Trojans announced the re-signing of linebacker Desman Stephens II, on Christmas Eve. USC is pushing for a College Football Playoff appearance next season, and Stephens will play a crucial role in the Trojans’ success as a leader on the defense.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / December 24

Keyshawn Johnson rips USC for ending Notre Dame rivalry games

Keyshawn Johnson rips USC, Lincoln Riley for ending Notre Dame rivalry games, accuses Trojans of being 'scared'

A USC legend is blaming the Trojans for the end of their longstanding rivalry series with Notre Dame.

Texas Tech HC Joey McGuire had words for CFP-snubbed Notre Dame

Miami RB Mark Fletcher Jr. makes decision on NFL Draft

New 'name of interest' emerges in Michigan head-coaching search

Michigan interim coach Biff Poggi crushes prior leadership

UCLA QB Nico Iamaleava makes transfer portal decision for 2026

USC Trojans News / Larry Brown Sports / December 22

USC is ending one of its most iconic rivalry games

The USC Trojans are reportedly responsible for putting an end to one of their most enduring rivalry games. USC’s annual game against Notre Dame, which has been played nearly uninterrupted since 1926, will not be played for at least the next two years.

Makai Lemon News / Last Word On Sports / December 12

USC's Makai Lemon wins the Biletnikoff Award

While only a few select cream of the crop receivers end up in consideration for the Heisman Trophy, the goal for each one is the Fred Biletnikoff Award.

The 25 greatest players in SEC football history

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