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Heisman Buzz Building As USC's Jayden Maiava Enters Latest Quarterback Rankings

Every Wednesday, Joel Reuter of The Athletic releases his Report Card grades for the top 20 quarterbacks of the week. For the first two weeks of the season, USC’s Jayden Maiava was nowhere to be found—a curious omission for a starter who had played clean, efficient football, albeit against lighter competition.

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USC Trojans hit hard by key defensive injury

USC football suffers a blow as cornerback Chasen Johnson is ruled out for the season with a knee injury. Here’s how the Trojans will adjust.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / September 16

USC Coach Lincoln Riley Reveals Unfortunate Injury News Before Michigan State Game

The USC Trojans are coming off a road win again the Purdue Boilermakers and now look ahead to their Big Ten home opener against the Michigan State Spartans. USC coach Lincoln Riley spoke to reporters after practice and announced cornerback Chasen Johnson would be out for the season with a knee injury.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / September 16

USC Trojans Dealt Brutal Injury News With Impact Player Out For Season

The USC Trojans have stayed relatively healthy during their 3-0 start to the 2025 season. One position group that has suffered the most injuries has been the defensive back room.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 16

USC Trojans Targeting Top California Defensive Back Recruits

The USC Trojans football program has one of the top recruiting classes in the country for 2026, and the Trojans are aiming for another top recruiting class in 2027.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 16

USC Trojans Tagged as Big Ten 'Dark Horse' in College Football Playoff Race

ESPN has made its stance clear: USC may be one of college football’s most explosive teams, but they’re also the Big Ten’s biggest enigma. In the network’s latest CFP Bubble Watch, the Trojans were labeled a wild card despite boasting the nation’s fifth-best playoff odds.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 16

USC Trojans Secondary Finding Clarity In After Tumultuous Offseason

The USC Trojans came into this season with newcomers all over the field, but especially in the secondary. Ultimately, USC defensive coordinator D'Anton

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 16

Why USC Quarterback Jayden Maiava Is Succeeding In Lincoln Riley's Offensive Blueprint

The nation's highest-scoring offense, paired with his fifth-most passing yards, are two things USC Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava has helped his team achieve.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 16

USC’s Playmaking Defense Boosts Trojans to Top-10 Spot in Latest Power Rankings

The Trojans are finally making noise for the right reasons. After a 3-0 start capped by Saturday’s 33–17 Big Ten-opening win over Purdue, USC was ranked No.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / September 16

USC Trojans Commit Boobie Feaster Gives Emphatic Statement On Recruitment

With the commitment of 2027 quarterback Peyton Houston to the LSU Tigers, there has been a ton of chatter surrounding USC Trojans 2026 WR commit Boobie Feaster.

Eric Gentry News / USC Trojans on SI / September 16

Why USC Linebacker Eric Gentry is Key for Trojans' Defense

The USC Trojans started 3-0 for the third time in the last five seasons after defeating the Purdue Boilermakers 33-17 in its Big Ten opener in West Lafayette.

Makai Lemon News / USC Trojans on SI / September 16

USC Star Receiver Makai Lemon Reveals His Unique Advantage Over Defensive Backs

USC Trojans wide receiver Makai Lemon has become one of the most dangerous playmakers in college football, but his rise to the top of the Trojans’ offense didn’t start the conventional way.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 16

USC's Lincoln Riley, Chad Bowden Send Unique Message to Trojans Students, Fans

The No. 25 USC Trojans are 3-0 and are ranked for the first time in 2025, but the Big Ten gauntlet is set to begin as USC opened conference play with a road win over Purdue.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / September 16

How Recent Injuries Could Give The USC Trojans An Advantage Over Michigan State

The No. 25 USC Trojans are set to return to the Coliseum this weekend to face off against the Michigan State Spartans in a battle of undefeated 3-0 Big Ten teams.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 15

USC Trojans' Lincoln Riley Reveals Unique Behind the Scenes in Weather Delay

The USC Trojans are 3-0 after their 33-17 win on the road against the Purdue Boilermakers. Lincoln Riley and his team now come back home to Los Angeles for their Big Ten home opener against the Michigan State Spartans.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / September 15

Big Ten Conference Continues To Slight USC Trojans With Latest Kickoff Time

The USC Trojans continue to get the short end of the stick when it comes to scheduling. It begins this week, and it continues with next week’s game against Illinois.

Colin Cowherd News / USC Trojans on SI / September 15

Colin Cowherd Reveals Which Big Ten Team 'Finally' Has Sneaky-Good Offense

Colin Cowherd weighed in on the USC Trojans after their 3–0 start, offering a perspective that touched on both the team’s growth and lingering concerns.

JuJu Watkins News / Sporting News / September 15

Why USC star JuJu Watkins is saving her Nike money

USC star reveals why she is saving her Nike money

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / September 15

USC Trojans’ Schedule Hit With Early Kickoff Time vs. Illinois

The USC Trojans have a massive game coming up on Sep. 27 on the road against the Illinois Fighting Illinois. There is now an official kickoff time to this game; 9 a.m.

USC Trojans, Oklahoma Sooners In Heated Recruiting Battle For NFL Star's Son

The USC Trojans are shaping up to bring in one of the top 2026 recruiting classes. With the majority of the top recruits in the cycle holding firm in their commitments, the Trojans have began focusing their attention on the recruiting trail to the cycles beyond 2026.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 14

USC Quarterback Jayden Maiava Showing Key Trait in Trojans' Undefeated Start

The USC Trojans faced their toughest test of the season in their 33-17 win over Purdue. It wasn't pretty at times, but the Trojans' offense, led by quarterback Jayden Maiava, were able to get the job done on the road for their first Big Ten win of the season.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / September 14

Why USC Trojans' ESPN FPI Ranking Remains High After Win Against Purdue

The USC Trojans beat the Purdue Boilermakers 33-17 on the road in its Big Ten opener on Saturday to move to 3-0 on the season. The Trojans' defense stepped up when it needed to the most and was ultimately the difference in the game for USC.

College Football News / LAFB Network / September 14

USC Gets Big Boost After 3rd Blowout Win — But Still Trails Winless Rival

It has been a weekend of shake-ups in college football rankings. South Carolina and Clemson, both Top 25 teams a week ago, suffered embarrassing losses to unranked opponents, while the USC Trojans, despite dominating their first three games, continue to find themselves overlooked in the polls.

USC-Purdue Delayed Due to Serious Weather, Stadium Evacuated

The Week 3 Big Ten clash between the USC Trojans and Purdue Boilermakers was put on ice as the game's start time approached. In what is the first meeting between the two teams as conference foes, and the first time they've played one another since 1998, lightning strikes have delayed the game.