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The Key Position Driving USC’s Defensive Improvement This Season

USC walked off the field in a week 5 loss to Illinois having allowed 364 passing yards. It had been a cumulation of some early season struggles that were

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Why USC's Success Has Major Impact On Record Crowd vs. Nebraska Volleyball

The No. 17 USC Trojans women's volleyball team will face the undefeated No. 1 Nebraska Cornhuskers in front of a sold-out Galen Center on Sunday. While Nebraska's volleyball's huge fan base has contributed to the sellout, USC's recent success has been a significant factor in attracting a record crowd for Sunday's matchup.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / November 12

TV Network Selection For USC vs. Iowa Could Impact USC vs. Oregon

The No. 17 USC Trojans added another Big Ten win to their record, defeating the Northwestern Wildcats 38-17 in the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. USC turns to another home game, against No.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / November 12

Lincoln Riley Reveals What He Told USC As Playoff Pressure Builds

The No. 17 USC Trojans are in the home stretch of the 2025 season with a record of 7-2. USC’s next opponent is the No. 21 Iowa Hawkeyes on Saturday, Nov.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / November 11

USC's Lincoln Riley Reveals Message To Team Before Iowa Game Amid Playoff Push

The No. 17 USC Trojans are in the home stretch of the 2025 season with a record of 7-2. USC’s next opponent is the No. 21 Iowa Hawkeyes on Saturday, Nov.

Preview: USC Trojans vs. South Carolina in Top-10 Women's Basketball Showdown

The No. 8 USC Trojans women's basketball team will face the No. 2 South Carolina Gamecocks at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Saturday night. The game will be the Trojans' second straight against a top-10 team, as USC beat the No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / November 11

Kirk Herbstreit Gives Candid Thoughts On USC Trojans' Postseason Chances

After the No. 19 USC Trojans' win over the Northwestern Wildcats, USC coach Lincoln Riley and the Trojans are still in contention to make the College Football Playoff at 7-2, despite losing two games this season. There is currently just one other team in the Big Ten with two losses, the No.

Eric Musselman News / Sporting News / November 11

Is Chad Baker-Mazara suspended? USC star viral rumor dupes fans with Eric Musselman NIL claim

This is getting pretty silly.

Lincoln Riley News / Yardbarker / November 11

USC's Lincoln Riley wants Trojans to understand the moment they're in

Lincoln Riley knows there's a lot on the line this weekend as his 7-2 and No. 17-ranked USC Trojans take on the 6-3 and No. 21-ranked Iowa Hawkeyes.

Kirk Ferentz not down on Iowa after tough loss to Oregon

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USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / November 11

USC Trojans' Biggest Weakness That Could Threaten College Football Playoff Chances

The USC Trojans are three games away from potentially making their first College Football Playoff in school history. Sitting with a 7-2 record with upcoming games vs.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / November 11

USC Trojans Receive Interesting College Football Playoff Odds Following Week 11

The No. 19 USC Trojans enter their final three games of the season with a 7-2 record and are aiming to secure their first College Football Playoff appearance under coach Lincoln Riley.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / November 10

How ESPN's College GameDay Could be on USC Trojans' Upcoming Schedule

The No. 19 USC Trojans will host the No. 20 Iowa Hawkeyes on Saturday, Nov. 15. The Trojans are still pushing for a College Football Playoff appearance and need a win against the Hawkeyes to keep the hope alive.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / November 10

USC Trojans Women's Basketball Makes Big Move In Latest AP Top 25 Poll

Following a thrilling 69-68 win over the No. 10 NC State Wolfpack in Charlotte, the USC Trojans women's basketball team made a huge jump in the latest AP Top 25 rankings.

USC Trojans News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / November 10

Terry McAulay still going after online fans about USC football’s illegal fake punt

One of the strangest plays that you will ever see happened on Friday night when the USC football team attempted a fake punt that counted in the moment, but in retrospect was actually illegal, according to Mike Pereira.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / November 10

Why USC Trojans Receiver Ja’Kobi Lane is Finding His Stride at the Perfect Time

USC wide receiver Ja’Kobi Lane has battled a couple of injuries this season, which began over the summer when he suffered a broken foot. The USC Trojans were cautious with their junior receiver.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / November 10

USC Trojans Making Early Push for Five-Star Recruit With Lofty NBA Comparison

The USC Trojans men's basketball program continues to court the next generation of elite talent, and this weekend, one of the country’s top underclassmen will be on campus.

College Football News / SuperWest Sports / November 10

2025 Week 12 Best-in-West College Football Power Rankings: Highlighting region's Top 10 teams entering the weekend across five conferences

The race for the Playoff is in full swing after Oregon beat Iowa on the road and BYU lost its first game of the season. USC stayed in the picture, too, with a convincing win over Northwestern in L.A.

Lincoln Riley News / LAFB Network / November 9

Lincoln Riley Praises Defense After USC Trojans Win Over Northwestern

LOS ANGELES — The USC Trojans‘ defense may finally be finding its identity. For the second straight week, D’Anton Lynn’s unit clamped down after halftime, surrendering just three points in the final two quarters and powering the Trojans to a 38–17 victory over Northwestern on Saturday at the Los Angeles Coliseum.

Jayden Maiava News / 5 GOATs / November 9

USC at Iowa odds: Opening point spread revealed

As the Big Ten race heats up, another big-time matchup will be in Iowa City in Week 12. USC will head to Kinnick Stadium to take on Iowa, and the opening point spread has been released.

USC Trojans News / Yardbarker / November 8

Lincoln Riley addresses rumors about his future with USC

Lincoln Riley is aiming to have his best season at USC since he was hired by the school in 2022, but rumors have been swirling that he and the Trojans could part ways after the season.

...after surprising, unrealistic update emerged on Riley's future

Bill Belichick, UNC get much-needed win in nine-sack effort vs. Stanford

No. 18 Miami overcomes slow start to hand Syracuse sixth straight loss

Colorado QB Julian Lewis gets brutally pulled down by his hair during loss

Gus Johnson lost his mind calling Indiana's game-winning touchdown