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USC Freshmen Who Are Proving They're the Real Deal in Fall Camp

USC coach Lincoln Riley said following Friday’s practice there's going to be a lot of presence from their freshman class on the field this season. It’s a talented group that finished as the No.

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The USC Trojans enter the 2026 season expected to contend for a spot in the College Football Playoff, but USC coach Lincoln Riley and the Trojans still have some questions to answer before doing so.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 15

Four USC Trojans Freshmen Who Could Start Week 1 Against San Jose State

USC signed an impressive haul of high school recruits in their No. 1 class in the 2026 cycle. With 33 new freshmen and the pedigree of the class, it’s fair to assume the Trojans would have some instant impact players. Here are four freshmen that could be in the starting lineup when USC opens the season against San Jose State on Aug.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 15

Fall Camp Intel as USC Freshmen Receivers Prove Themselves

USC could have used the transfer portal to load up on receivers after the departure of Biletnikoff Award winner Makai Lemon and Ja’Kobi Lane. They did

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 14

Where USC Trojans Rank in College Football Tier List

The USC Trojans were once considered to be one of, if not the most premier college football program for a long time. That has not been the case in about

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / August 14

USC Trojans Practice No. 12 Observations And Takeaways

Trojan family — Practice 12 is in the books. We were to observe the entire USC Trojans practice, but cannot report on specifics. Talked to Lincoln Riley + defensive players afterward (first availability since the Wednesday scrimmage).

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / August 14

Lincoln Riley Offers Insight Into Ethan 'Bobbie' Feaster's Maturity

As Makai Lemon and Ja’Kobi Lane are set to begin their NFL careers, the USC Trojans enter an anticipated 2026 college football season with a new-look wide

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 14

USC Schedules Multiple Game Day Visits With Four-Star Recruit

In the 2028 recruiting cycle, the Trojans are closing in on some of their top recruits, one being four-star defensive back Jalen Flowers. The California native currently has a total of 37 offers (247Sports, On3/Rivals), but with fall approaching Flowers is starting to narrow down his choices.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 14

USC Running Back Waymond Jordan Sends Powerful Message to JUCO Recruits

Waymond Jordan met his college football fate near the middle of America before his USC Trojans career started. The native of Pensacola, Florida, never rose as a national recruit out of Escambia High School.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 14

What Elite Quarterback Recruit Trey Wright's Commitment Date Means for USC Trojans

Three-star quarterback and USC Trojans recruiting target Trey Wright announced that he will reveal his commitment on Saturday, Aug. 15, according to On3's Hayes Fawcett on social media.

King Miller News / USC Trojans on SI / August 14

USC’s Running Back Depth Competition Heating Up in Fall Camp

USC returns its two leading rushers from a year ago in King Miller and Waymond Jordan. They are the only Big Ten school that returns two running backs that averaged over 6.0 yards per carry in 2025, minimum 80 carries. Miller was one of the biggest surprises in college football last season.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / August 14

USC Fans Won’t Like This College Football Playoff Prediction

The USC Trojans will be looking to make the College Football Playoff for the first time in program history this season. USC has a difficult regular season schedule, which won’t make it easy for them to get in the dance. Chris Low of On3 made his College Football Playoff preseason predictions for the 12-team field.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 14

USC Trojans vs. Fresno State Bulldogs Betting Odds Make Early Statement

In what will be the USC Trojans' only Friday night game of the regular season, coach Lincoln Riley’s squad will face the Fresno State Bulldogs for their Week 1 matchup on Sept.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 13

Latest Intel on USC Trojans Defensive Line Coming Out of Fall Camp

When USC first joined the Big Ten in 2024, they were undersized and lacked depth on the defensive line. Former defensive lineman Gavin Meyer would come

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 13

USC Trojans Recruiting Class Value Goes Beyond the Rankings

The 2027 college football season is right around the corner, and while much of the media attention is centered around the anticipation for the 2026 season, the 2027 season is already coming into focus as most of the nation's top high school prospects have already determined where they'll spend their freshman season.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 13

Three USC Trojans Freshmen Who Already Look Ready to Play

The USC Trojans brought in the No. 1-ranked recruiting class in 2026, meaning fans can expect at least some true freshmen to have an immediate impact. While USC signed a large class of 35 recruits, the Trojans don't get the No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 12

USC Trojans' Plan to Mask Kilian O’Connor Injury Comes Into Focus

USC coach Lincoln Riley announced late last week that projected starting center Kilian O’Connor suffered an injury that will cost him the entire 2026 season. The Trojans lose a veteran offensive lineman and a beloved member of the program, who had begun his career as a walk-on.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 12

Lincoln Riley Names Three Priorities for USC Trojans’ Season

The USC Trojans are continuing to prepare for a highly anticipated 2026 season. Up to this point in fall camp, the Trojans have been optimistic about the team's potential and ability to meet or even exceed some of the high expectations surrounding the program.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / August 12

USC Trojans Practice No. 10 Notes And Observations

For those of you who prefer to read instead of watching video, here are all my notes from today’s 10th practice of USC Trojans fall camp. Almost halfway

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 11

USC Trojans Already Have Next Generation of Wide Receiver Stars on the Roster

Fall camp is underway in Los Angeles, and one position group with all eyes on it is USC’s wide receiver room. After losing two of the Trojans’ most productive pass catchers in Makai Lemon and Ja’Kobi Lane to the NFL, there is an opportunity for new faces to step in and make a name for themselves in USC’s explosive offense.

King Miller News / USC Trojans on SI / August 11

USC Running Back King Miller Doesn't Hold Back About Under-Recruited Journey

USC Trojans running back King Miller never piled up scholarship offers. This despite playing at a school known to attract college football coaches. Miller racked up 1,587 rushing yards and scored 15 touchdowns during his senior campaign at Calabasas High.

Lincoln Riley News / Viral Sports News / August 11

Big Ten Coach Exposes Major Concern for USC, Lincoln Riley

As the USC Trojans prepare for the 2026 college football season, expectations remain high following a 9-4 campaign that included a 7-2 mark in Big Ten play.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / August 3

Notre Dame, USC announce major news about their rivalry game

The break in the Notre Dame-USC rivalry game will ultimately be short-lived. Both schools announced Monday that their annual football rivalry will resume in 2030.

College Football News / Yardbarker / August 3