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Gary Patterson Beats Big Ten Rivals for Weekly Award After USC's Shutout Win

Gary Patterson Beats Big Ten Rivals for Weekly Award After USC's Shutout Win

In Week 0 versus San José State, USC defensive coordinator Gary Patterson and the Trojans defense held the Spartans scoreless in the first half of action, but the second half was a different story.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / September 8
USC Fans Will Love College Football Playoff Prediction Before Big Ten Play

USC Fans Will Love College Football Playoff Prediction Before Big Ten Play

With the start of the college football season officially underway, few teams, including No. 14 USC, are beginning to show they have what it takes to make a bid for the College Football Playoff.

Michael Desormeaux News / USC Trojans on SI / September 8
Louisiana Coach Michael Desormeaux Explains Challenge of USC's Defensive Line

Louisiana Coach Michael Desormeaux Explains Challenge of USC's Defensive Line

The No. 14 USC Trojans will close out non-conference play on Saturday, Sept. 12, against the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.

Kennedy Urlacher News / USC Trojans on SI / September 8
USC Safety Kennedy Urlacher Doesn't Hold Back About His Role on Trojans Defense

USC Safety Kennedy Urlacher Doesn't Hold Back About His Role on Trojans Defense

In Week 1 of the 2026 season, the No. 14 USC Trojans hosted the Fresno State Bulldogs in their second of three home games to start the season. The Trojans went on to win in dominant fashion 39-0.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / September 7
Lincoln Riley Pulls Back the Curtain on How USC Improved in Week 1

Lincoln Riley Pulls Back the Curtain on How USC Improved in Week 1

Coach Lincoln Riley enters Labor Day placing the 2026 USC Trojans at 2-0 overall. Riley has once again turned to the arm of quarterback Jayden Maiava and plethora of wide receivers to ignite the start.

Jayden Maiava News / USC Trojans on SI / September 7
USC's Jayden Maiava Earns Another Honor for Performance vs. Fresno State

USC's Jayden Maiava Earns Another Honor for Performance vs. Fresno State

Another week, another honor for USC Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava. Following another impressive performance in the No. 14 Trojans' 39-0 shutout win

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 7
Five-Star USC Receiver Target Delivers Promising Recruiting Update

Five-Star USC Receiver Target Delivers Promising Recruiting Update

The No. 14 USC Trojans showed aspiring recruits how they work in unison during the first two 2026 games. Recruits who took in the San José State and Fresno State contests saw multiple one-sided affairs.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / September 6
Why Lincoln Riley Isn't on the Hot Seat With USC Trojans

Why Lincoln Riley Isn't on the Hot Seat With USC Trojans

The No. 14 USC Trojans picked up a dominant 39-0 win over the Fresno State Bulldogs to improve to 2-0, and USC coach Lincoln Riley as well as Trojans safeties Prophet Brown, Alex Graham, and Kennedy Urlacher all received game balls for leading the winning effort.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 6

Sunday Column: How Gary Patterson Is Changing USC Trojans Defensive Identity

In the spring, the individual periods of USC’s practice on defense looked vastly different than in years past.  Linebacker coach Mike Ekeler referred to himself as a teacher instead of a football coach.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 6
Biggest Improvement Between USC Trojans' First Two Games of the Season

Biggest Improvement Between USC Trojans' First Two Games of the Season

When defensive coordinator Gary Patterson joined coach Lincoln Riley’s staff over the offseason, Trojan fans alike were expecting the former TCU coach to revitalize the defense.

Corey Simms News / USC Trojans on SI / September 6
How Corey Simms Uniquely Bolsters USC Trojans Receiver Room

How Corey Simms Uniquely Bolsters USC Trojans Receiver Room

Corey Simms arrived at USC last season as a highly touted four-star receiver from St. Louis.  After taking part in spring practice, he was expected to carve out a role in the offense as a true freshman.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 5
USC Trojans Defensive Dominance Akin to Recent National Champions

USC Trojans Defensive Dominance Akin to Recent National Champions

The No. 14 USC Trojans entered their Week 1 matchup against Fresno State with some momentum after opening the season with a 42-26 win over San José State.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / September 5
Lincoln Riley Offers Honest Perspective on USC’s Coliseum Atmosphere

Lincoln Riley Offers Honest Perspective on USC’s Coliseum Atmosphere

LOS ANGELES - Once again, the USC Trojans entered into a Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum featuring multiple empty seats. Even for a primetime showdown with Fresno State during Labor Day Weekend 2026.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 5
Everything Jayden Maiava Said Following Trojans’ Week 1 Victory

Everything Jayden Maiava Said Following Trojans’ Week 1 Victory

Senior quarterback Jayden Maiava had another spectacular performance in the No. 14 USC Trojans' 39-0 win over the Fresno State Bulldogs, completing 23-of-25 passes, while throwing for 349 yards and three touchdowns through three quarters of action.  Here is everything Maiava said following the game.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / September 5
Everything Lincoln Riley Said Following Dominating USC Win Over Fresno State

Everything Lincoln Riley Said Following Dominating USC Win Over Fresno State

LOS ANGELES - Once again, the USC Trojans entered into a Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum featuring multiple empty seats. Even for a primetime showdown with Fresno State during Labor Day Weekend 2026.

College Football News / Saturday Blitz / September 5
USC freshman Trent Mosley is creating the perfect debate for Lincoln Riley to solve

USC freshman Trent Mosley is creating the perfect debate for Lincoln Riley to solve

Lincoln Riley entered the 2026 college football season under a ton of pressure as USC is still waiting for their head coach to lead them to the College Football Playoff.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 4

Two More USC Trojans Who May Be a Transfer Risk After Latest Depth Chart Reveal

Late on Wednesday, Sept. 2, the No. 14 USC Trojans updated their depth chart for their Week 1 matchup versus the Fresno State Bulldogs. Players who missed Week 0 are back on the charts and are expected to get some playing time in.

Lincoln Riley News / Yardbarker / September 1
Lincoln Riley defends USC as poor fan attendance becomes a topic

Lincoln Riley defends USC as poor fan attendance becomes a topic

He's not taking it lying down, and in fact, he likes the spotlight on his team.

Kirk Herbstreit rips USC fans for poor attendance in Week 0
USC calls for 'increased attendance' after thin crowd for opener
USC's Lincoln Riley could be coaching for his job
The 'College football color teams' quiz
USC Trojans News / Viral Sports News / September 1
Former USC Star Surprisingly Signs With Top NFL Franchise

Former USC Star Surprisingly Signs With Top NFL Franchise

Former USC Trojans quarterback Kedon Slovis has a new NFL home — and it is not the one most expected. The Green Bay Packers signed Slovis to their practice squad Tuesday, filling the developmental quarterback spot created when general manager Brian Gutekunst traded Kyle McCord to Miami.

USC Trojans News / Yardbarker / August 31
USC's Lincoln Riley could be coaching for his job

USC's Lincoln Riley could be coaching for his job

Lincoln Riley has kicked off his fifth season as the head coach of the USC Trojans football program. 

USC calls for 'increased attendance' after thin crowd for opener
Mike Norvell’s Florida State future could be in serious jeopardy
Why Brian Kelly, Dan Mullen could be great fits at their old schools
Five takeaways from college football’s opening weekend
Top performers from CFB Week 0: USC's Jayden Maiava joins elite company, and Virginia's Beau Pribula surprises
The 'College football color teams' quiz
Lincoln Riley News / Yardbarker / August 31
Kirk Herbstreit rips USC fans for poor attendance in Week 0

Kirk Herbstreit rips USC fans for poor attendance in Week 0

Kirk Herbstreit doesn't want to hear about Week 0. He doesn't want to hear about the heat.

USC's Lincoln Riley could be coaching for his job
Mike Norvell’s Florida State future could be in serious jeopardy
Top performers from CFB Week 0: USC's Jayden Maiava joins elite company, and Virginia's Beau Pribula surprises
Five takeaways from college football’s opening weekend
The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz
Jake Olson News / College Sports Only / August 31
Blind Ex-USC Long Snapper Jokes About Attendance

Blind Ex-USC Long Snapper Jokes About Attendance

Even former USC long snapper Jake Olson – the first blind player to play in a D1 football game – had jokes about the Trojans’ woeful attendance for Week 0.

College Football News / Yardbarker / August 30
Top performers from CFB Week 0: USC's Jayden Maiava joins elite company, and Virginia's Beau Pribula surprises

Top performers from CFB Week 0: USC's Jayden Maiava joins elite company, and Virginia's Beau Pribula surprises

Many stars shined in Week 0 of the college football season on Saturday. Yardbarker kept track of several.  Each week of the season, we'll spotlight some of these top performers, some of whom may eventually be playing on Sundays.

North Carolina puts rocky offseason behind them with win over TCU
Trojans HC Lincoln Riley makes telling admission about new USC DC
USC gets roasted for its attendance at season opening game
Virginia no longer a sleeper after statement win over NC State
CFB Week 0 winners, losers: How Bill Belichick got his groove back
Five takeaways from college football’s opening weekend
King Miller News / Athlon Sports / August 30
King Miller Sends Message After Leading USC's Backfield Committee in Week 0

King Miller Sends Message After Leading USC's Backfield Committee in Week 0

The USC Trojans opened the 2026 college football season expecting running backs King Miller and Waymond Jordan to form one of the deepest backfield tandems head coach Lincoln Riley has coached.

College Football News / LAFB Network / August 28
USC Trojans Game Day Recruiting Visitor List Vs San Jose State

USC Trojans Game Day Recruiting Visitor List Vs San Jose State

We finally made it to the first game of the season as the USC Trojans host the San Jose State Spartans on Saturday at 12 PM PT. The game is set to be a massive recruiting opportunity for the Trojans; a ton of current commits and future prospects will be on campus.

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