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USC Quarterback Jayden Maiava Turns Heads with Performance Against Northwestern

The USC Trojans have won back-to-back games for the first time in over a month. After enduring an up-and-down month of October, the Trojans are still in the playoff hunt thanks to some stellar play from their offense.

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Lincoln Riley sets the record straight on USC coaching future

The Lincoln Riley experiment at USC hasn't exactly worked out quite like the Trojans had hoped through three years. Amid year four, though, the Trojans are surging in contention for a College Football Playoff spot, all while Riley's name is beginning to pop up in various coaching searches now that so many jobs are open.

Makai Lemon News / USC Trojans on SI / November 8

Why Makai Lemon Earned MVP in USC's Win Over Northwestern

The USC Trojans knocked off the Northwestern Wildcats by a final score of 38-17 on Friday night at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum to improve to 7-2 on the season.

Ja'Kobi Lane News / USC Trojans on SI / November 8

USC's Ja'Kobi Lane Adds To Season Highlight Reel With Acrobatic Touchdown Catch

The No. 19 USC Trojans defeated the Northwestern Wildcats on their home turf 38-17 under the Friday night lights. There were a lot of positives from USC's overall performance, particularly the offense.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / November 7

USC Facing Must-Win Games To Stay Alive in College Football Playoff Race

With two losses already on the resume, the USC Trojans are in a one-game season every week during this final stretch of the regular season to remain alive in the College Football Playoff.

USC Trojans News / Larry Brown Sports / November 8

Latest update on USC HC Lincoln Riley is surprising, unrealistic

A new report is increasing speculation that USC coach Lincoln Riley could be on the hot seat.

Booger McFarland takes massive shot at former LSU HC Brian Kelly

College football analyst predicts disaster for Oregon at Iowa

How the top four Heisman contenders stack up with a month to go

Four teams that can crash the College Football Playoff party

The biggest test remaining for top four teams in CFP rankings

MLB News / USC Trojans on SI / November 7

USC Volleyball Receives Exciting News Before Hosting Nebraska At Galen Center

The No. 17 USC Trojans women’s volleyball team will face the No. 1 Nebraska Cornhuskers on Sunday, Nov. 16. The match will be held at Galen Center at 12 p.m.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / November 7

Why Analytics Say About USC's College Football Playoff Chances

The No. 19 USC Trojans might be sitting at 6-2, but the numbers say the Trojans are far from out of the College Football Playoff race. In fact, advanced analytics show coach Lincoln Riley’s squad has a real shot—if they win out.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / November 7

USC Dealing with Multiple Injuries on Offense Ahead of Northwestern Matchup

Injuries have slowly piled up for the No. 19 USC Trojans this season, particularly on the offensive line. Starting left tackle Elijah Paige returned last week versus Nebraska for the first time since Sept.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / November 7

USC Trojans' Three Keys To Victory To Continue Winning Momentum vs. Northwestern

The No. 19 USC Trojans are back at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum for Friday Night Lights, hosting Northwestern Wildcats at 6 p.m. PT. Coming off a huge road win at Nebraska, a short turn-around gave USC a challenge get back in the ring, and look to earn a seventh win, and fifth conference win.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / November 7

USC Legend Returning to Coliseum for Trojans' Matchup with Northwestern

USC fans are set for a wave of nostalgia under the Friday night lights. Nearly 30 years after torching Northwestern in one of the most iconic Rose Bowls in program history, former USC wide receiver and 1996 Rose Bowl MVP Keyshawn Johnson will lead the Trojans out of the tunnel when they face the Wildcats at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / November 7

Northwestern vs. USC Prediction and Game Preview

USC hosts Northwestern on Friday night in a key Big Ten showdown for Week 11 of the 2025 college football season. At 6-2, the Trojans are fighting for their playoff lives and need a win against the Wildcats with no margin for error.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / November 6

USC Trojans' Receive Surprising Power Ranking

The No. 19 USC Trojans enter Friday night's matchup against the Northwestern Wildcats at the Los Angeles Coliseum with a 6-2 record on the season. The Trojans look to build off of week 10's 21-17 road win over the Nebraska Cornhuskers into Friday night's game against an underrated Wildcats team led by third-year coach David Braun.

King Miller News / USC Trojans on SI / November 6

The Underrated Part About USC's X-Factor Running Back King Miller

One of the bigger challenges USC Trojans have had to face this season are injuries, whether it's starting center Killian O'Connor, or running back duo Waymond Jordan and Eli Sanders.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / November 6

Three Reasons Why Lincoln Riley Wouldn't Leave USC For LSU

The No. 19 USC Trojans have been one of college football's most impressive comeback teams, sitting at 6-2 and just earned their first College Football Playoff ranking since 2023.

Jayden Maiava News / USC Trojans on SI / November 6

USC Quarterback Jayden Maiava's Interesting Heisman Trophy Odds

USC Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava has been among the top quarterbacks in the Big Ten this season and in college football. Maiava ranks second in the Big Ten in passing behind Rutgers quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis with 2,315 yards, 15 touchdowns, and five interceptions, with a No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / November 6

USC Trojans On Upset Alert Vs. Northwestern As Betting Odds Shift

The USC Trojans quickly had to turn their attention to Friday's showdown vs. Northwestern after reaching bowl eligibility in their comeback win over Nebraska last week.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / November 6

USC Coach Lincoln Riley Reveals Key To Overcoming Wave Of Trojans Injuries

The USC Trojans have been hit hard by injuries this season, which has tested the overall depth of the roster. Several players have stepped up and the transition into a key role has been seamless for them. “I think it speaks more of the overall culture.

USC Trojans News / Yardbarker / October 27