USC Trojans: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 5

USC Trojans Assistant Coaches Detail Diligent Recruiting Strategy

USC has seen a massive surge in its recruiting efforts that past couple of cycles, landing the No. 1 class in the 2026 cycle and currently own the No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 5

How USC's Receivers Compare to Oregon, Rest of the Big Ten

The USC Trojans produced two NFL wide receivers through the first 80 selections of the 2026 NFL Draft. As a result, USC's wide receiver room will have a different look during the 2026 season.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 5

USC Trojans Recruiting Class Turning Heads in Key Rankings

The USC Trojans leapfrogged to No. 1 in the college football recruiting rankings for the 2026 class. This growing 2027 group already looks like it's challenging for a repeat at the top.

Jayden Maiava News / USC Trojans on SI / May 5

USC Quarterback Jayden Maiava's Ranking Among Heisman Trophy Hopefuls

The USC Trojans will be getting back starting quarterback Jayden Maiava for the 2026 season. Maiava is entering his fourth collegiate season and third with the Trojans.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 4

National Analyst Gives USC Trojans an Interesting Top 25 Ranking After Spring Practice

Following the spring, the USC Trojans are ready to build on their 2025 season, where they finished with an overall record of 9-4 and tied with Michigan for fourth in the Big Ten.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 4

USC Trojans Baseball's Top 25 Ranking Shifts Before Crucial Stretch of the Season

Following a home series weekend sweep against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights, the USC Trojans jumped into the college baseball top 25 rankings as the Big Ten Tournament quickly approaches.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 3

One Statistic That Should Give USC Fans Reason for Optimism

The USC Trojans will be getting back many key pieces from their 2025 team. According to CBS Sports, USC has the No. 10 most returning snaps for the 2026 season. The USC Trojans are returning 56 percent of their snaps form last season.

Anthony Lucas News / Yardbarker / May 4

Lions' under-the-radar signing may be their smartest move yet

Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes finally put some resources into the team's edge-rusher position when he traded up to land Michigan edge-rusher Derrick Moore as the team's No.

Lions finally did something fans have wanted for years

Cowboys somehow got the 'biggest steal' of the NFL Draft

Why what Eagles want from Patriots for A.J. Brown may have changed after NFL Draft

The 'Rushing-TD leaders by NFL season' quiz

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 3

USC Trojans Fans Will Love This Early NCAA Tournament Projection

The USC Trojans women’s basketball team, with the return of freshman star Jazzy Davidson, guard JuJu Watkins back at full strength, and a loaded 2026 recruiting

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 3

Only One USC Trojan Cracks Top 100 Prospects on Early NFL Draft Board

After the conclusion of the 2026 NFL Draft, many analysts and experts are already looking ahead to prospects for 2027. In this year’s draft, the USC Trojans

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 3

USC Trojans Make a Statement in Big Ten Recruiting Rankings

USC received big news this weekend when Hamilton (Ariz.) 2028 five-star receiver Roye Oliver III, the MaxPreps Sophomore Player of the Year, announced

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 3

USC Recruit Roye Oliver III's Reclassification Draws One Major Parallel

USC football won't wait until spring 2028 for Roye Oliver III. The once highly-touted wide receiver recruit will be graduating early, and joining a growingly loaded 2027 class for the Trojans.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 2

USC Running Back Waymond Jordan Embracing New Role During Injury Recovery

USC running back Waymond Jordan hobbled off the field with an ankle injury late in the second quarter of the teams win over Michigan last October. It was an injury that required surgery and ended up costing him the rest of the season.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 2

USC Trojans Basketball Lands Fifth Transfer Portal Addition

USC men's basketball rose as one of the nation's most aggressive teams in the college basketball transfer portal. Turns out the Trojans had room for one more addition.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 2

USC Trojans Pitcher Mason Edwards Making History On the Mound

The USC Trojans baseball team is in the midst of an impressive 2026 season and looks to finish the final stretch of the regular season strong before heading

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 2

Five-Star Roye Oliver III Impacts USC’s Recruiting Ranking After Reclassification

USC received some big news on Friday night when 2028 five-star receiver commit Roye Oliver III announced that he would be reclassifying to the 2027 class. It was widely speculated that Oliver would reclassify when he committed in late March.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 2

USC Trojans' Historic Big Ten Payout Is Only the Beginning

The USC Trojans made one of the biggest conference realignment moves in recent college sports history leaving the Pac-12 for the Big Ten alongside the UCLA Bruins, and the controversial move has led to record payouts.

Eric Musselman News / USC Trojans on SI / May 2

One Key to Championship Success for the USC Trojans, Eric Musselman

Following an 18-14 season from the USC Trojans, coach Eric Musselman made significant changes to the frontcourt in hopes of finding better success in 2026.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 1

Four Targets USC Should Prioritize Entering Critical Recruiting Stretch

The month of May has arrived, which means recruiting season is ramping up with official visits beginning at the end of the month for USC. Southern Cal holds 11 commitments in the 2027 cycle, nine of which are from California.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 1

USC's Final Recruiting Class Ranking Signals Promising Future Ahead

Following the 2025 season, the USC Trojans women’s basketball program is ready to build on a second-round exit in the NCAA Tournament. Not only does the

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 1

One USC Wide Receiver Is Quietly Creating Major Big Ten Buzz

After a significant number of NFL departures to the NFL Draft, the USC Trojans are ready for the 2026 college football season with a roster that will look very different from 2025. One of the biggest developments will be how the wide receiver room shakes out for the Trojans.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 30

Eagles' Howie Roseman opens up about leapfrogging Steelers to draft Makai Lemon

Pittsburgh Steelers general manager Omar Khan was left with some egg on his face after it was learned that he was on the phone with USC wide receiver Makai Lemon right as the Philadelphia Eagles leapfrogged the Steelers in the 2026 NFL Draft order so that the Eagles could select Lemon.

Why Steelers made unexpected Aaron Rodgers decision amid uncertainty

Steelers reportedly expect this Aaron Rodgers 'formal word' soon

Eagles assistant GM Alec Halaby steps down

The 'Active 140-receiving-yard game leaders' quiz

USC Trojans News / 5 GOATs / April 29

Report: Mark Sanchez trial for felony battery delayed until July 13

Former quarterback Mark Sanchez won’t face trial for the charge of felony battery and multiple misdemeanors until July 13. According to WRTV, the date was changed from May 28 and it’s now the fourth time the trial date has been moved.

Makai Lemon News / Yardbarker / April 27