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Why the USC Trojans Are Big Losers Of Schedule Release

The USC Trojans didn’t just get a challenging 2026 schedule, they got a strategically unforgiving one. While every Big Ten contender faces landmines, USC’s path is uniquely front-loaded, emotionally taxing, and structurally limiting when it comes to playoff margin for error.

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One Big Takeaway From USC Coach Gary Patterson’s Opening Press Conference

Gary Patterson has been around a lot of winning football during his time at TCU. The former Horned Frogs coach has 181 career wins on his Hall of Fame

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 28

One Analyst Warns About a Dangerous USC Trojans Team

The USC Trojans are coming off a 9-4 season and entering an offseason of rebuilding, especially with the incoming freshman class and Gary Patterson, the Trojans new defensive coordinator.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 28

Predicting USC's Record After Difficult Schedule Release

The USC 2026 football schedule has been released. Here are are the dates for their games and an early win/loss prediction for each game in coach Lincoln Riley's fifth season at USC.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 28

USC's Kayden Dixon-Wyatt Doesn't Hold Back On Recruiting Rankings

USC Trojans wide receiver signee Kayden Dixon-Wyatt was named a top 10 wide receiver in the final 2026 Rivals300 rankings. While being the No. 5 wide receiver shows his potential with the Trojans, Dixon-Wyatt sent out a message expressing his disagreement with the ranking.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 28

USC Battling New Contender for Four-Star Recruit Jailen Hill

USC remains firmly in the hunt for Bellflower (Calif.) St. John Bosco cornerback Jailen Hill, even as new national powers attempt to pull him away. The

College Basketball News / USC Trojans on SI / January 28

Three Bold Predictions For USC Trojans Pivotal Road Game At Iowa

Posting a 15-5 record on the season, the USC Trojans, following a much-needed 73-71 win over the Wisconsin Badgers, will face another road test against the Iowa Hawkeyes on Wednesday night, as they look to boost their NCAA tournament resume.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / January 28

USC’s Brutal Schedule Can’t Be an Excuse for Lincoln Riley

The Big Ten released the USC Trojans schedule for the 2026 season, which features several high-profile matchups in the fall. It’s a brutal slate with conference games against Indiana, Ohio State and Oregon, three of the top five seeds from this past College Football Playoffs.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 27

Toughest Matchups on USC Trojans' Schedule Next Season

The Big Ten officially released the USC Trojans schedule for the 2026 season on Tuesday. The opponents have been known for quite some time, but the anticipation came from when the Trojans would actually see them in the fall.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 27

One Position Group to Watch on USC's Roster Next Season

Heading into the 2026 season, there is much for USC Trojans fans to be excited about in what will be the fifth year under coach Lincoln Riley. With high

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / January 27

One Big Takeaway From USC's Big Ten Schedule Release

The USC Trojans' Big Ten schedule for the 2026 season was officially released on Tuesday afternoon. After finishing the 2025 season posting a 9-4 record,

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 27

Why USC Recruit Jaimeon Winfield Deserves His Five-Star Rating

USC freshman defensive lineman Jaimeon Winfield earned his fifth star in the final Rivals rankings that were released on Tuesday. The Richardson (Texas) product checks in as the No.

USC Trojans News / CFB-HQ on SI / January 27

There's a new No. 1 recruit in college football

The USC Trojans had already put together the No. 1 recruiting class in college football, but Tuesday's update of the recruiting rankings may have only solidified that.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / January 27

USC EDGE Signee Finishes as No. 1 Recruit in Major Rankings

The USC Trojans’ 2026 recruiting class took a major step forward with one name now etched at the top of the national leaderboard. USC’s defensive centerpiece Luke Wafle has officially earned the No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 27

Most Impactful Transfer Portal Addition for the USC Trojans

The USC Trojans look ahead to an offseason of restructuring and developing a strong and talented 2026 roster. Among their new additions to the roster from the incoming freshman and the transfer portal, transfer cornerback Jontez Williams is one name to keep in mind next season.

College Basketball News / USC Trojans on SI / January 26

USC Trojans' NCAA Tournament Projection Updated After Road Win Over Wisconsin

Following a devastating 74-68 home loss to the Northwestern Wildcats, the USC Trojans earned a much-needed 73-71 win over the Wisconsin Badgers on the road on Sunday.

Kamari Ramsey News / USC Trojans on SI / January 26

USC Stars Kamari Ramsey, Ja’Kobi Lane Have Golden Opportunity at Senior Bowl

NFL prospects looking to leave their mark in front of scouts will head down to Mobile, Alabama for the Panini Senior Bowl, including USC Trojans safety Kamari Ramsey and receiver Ja’Kobi Lane. Practices will begin on Tuesday, Jan.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 26

Most Impactful Early Enrollee Recruit for USC Trojans

USC signed 35 recruits in the 2026 cycle and several of them will see immediate playing time in the fall. Defensive lineman Jahkeem Stewart was a Freshman

Eric Gentry News / USC Trojans on SI / January 26

Former USC Star Eric Gentry Boosting NFL Draft Stock at the Shrine Bowl

After a 9-4 season for the USC Trojans, some players have moved onto 2026 NFL Draft, meaning some former Trojans were invited to events like the East-West Shrine Bowl.

USC Trojans News / College Sports Only / January 27

Seattle Seahawks QB Sam Darnold Makes History For Alma Mater

QB Sam Darnold will make surprising history when he starts Super Bowl LX for the Seattle Seahawks on February 8th. Believe it or not, Darnold will become

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USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 25

Underrated Freshmen in USC Trojans' Elite Recruiting Class

USC signed 35 recruits in the 2026 cycle. It’s an impressive list of players, headlined by guys such as five-star edge Luke Wafle, offensive tackle Keenyi Pepe and cornerback Elbert Hill. But who are some under the radar freshmen from the class?

Eric Gentry News / USC Trojans on SI / January 25

Former USC Star Eric Gentry Boosting NFL Draft Stock at the Shrine Bowl

After a 9-4 season for the USC Trojans, some players have moved onto 2026 NFL Draft, meaning some former Trojans were invited to events like the East-West Shrine Bowl.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / January 25

Lincoln Riley Wraps Up Busy Recruiting Week in Southern California

USC made dramatic changes to its recruiting approach in the 2026 cycle, which included putting a much bigger emphasis on landing blue-chip prospects in Southern California. The Trojans will continue putting a high priority on prospects in their backyard in the 2027 cycle.

USC Trojans News / Larry Brown Sports / January 22

Alijah Arenas pulls off a wild 360-layup during his USC debut

After a long wait, Alijah Arenas finally made his debut for the USC Trojans on Wednesday against the visiting Northwestern Wildcats at Galen Center in Los Angeles, California.

Potential No. 1 NBA Draft pick Darryn Peterson dealing with yet another injury

Will Wade seems thrilled with his time at NC State so far

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