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Why USC's Schedule Ranks Among Toughest in Big Ten

With the pressure continuing to rise on the USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley, being able to stack wins consistently is critical in order to keep postseason hopes alive.

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The Benefit of USC's No-Visit Policy for Recruits

The USC Trojans have a very specific rule when it comes to players that are committed to them. Once they commit to USC, they are not allowed to go on visits to other schools. Class of 2027 recruit, wide receiver Eli Woodard committed to the USC Trojans back in February of 2026.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 2

USC Trojans Transfer Jalen Cox Pulls Back the Curtain on New Role

The USC Trojans men's basketball team has retooled for the 2026-27 season. After a season where the Trojans went 8–14 overall and 7–13 in Big Ten play, coach Eric Musselman has accumulated a roster stacked with potential and proven talent to help USC return to the NCAA Tournament.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 2

Early Look At Ticket Prices For USC Trojans Home Games

The USC Trojans' 2026 college football season is just around the corner, and the thousands of fans who will pack the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum this season are hoping to contribute to another undefeated record at home and help the program reach the College Football Playoff for the very first time.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 2

USC Trojans Battling Miami for Four-Star Recruit

In the 2028 recruiting cycle, USC is going heavy into the receiver position with 15 to 18 offerees. Now that Jett Harrison (Ohio State) and Armani Strong

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 2

Preseason Rankings Show Top Talent on USC Trojans Roster

The USC Trojans have one of the most experienced rosters in the nation, but two players in particular could be vital for the Trojans' success. USC quarterback Jayden Maiava and cornerback Jontez Williams were ranked inside of the PFF College 50 as two of the best college football athletes in the nation.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / July 1

Most Underlooked Moves Lincoln Riley Made on USC Trojans Coaching Staff

USC made major headlines this offseason with the hiring of former longtime TCU head coach Gary Patterson to replace D’Anton Lynn as their defensive coordinator.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 1

USC Trojans' Rival Heating Up on Recruiting Trail

The 2027 recruiting class is filled with top-tier talent, with many of those blue-chip players already committed to college programs. The month of June saw 130 blue-chip players commit, which included 10 of the top 50 players in the 2027 class, according to Rivals.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 1

Three Big Ten Receivers That Will Challenge the USC Trojans Secondary

Throughout Lincoln Riley’s tenure as coach of the USC Trojans, defense has been a major question mark. Inconsistency on defense has held the Trojans back

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / July 1

One Game for USC Trojans, Lincoln Riley to Change Big Ten Road Narrative

USC has had its struggles on the road under coach Lincoln Riley since joining the Big Ten in 2024. In that inaugural season, the Trojans did not win a single road game outside the state of California.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 1

USC's Lindsay Gottlieb Doesn’t Hold Back About Trojans' Transfer Portal Additions

There might not be a bigger winner this offseason than the USC Trojans women’s basketball team. USC officially welcomed back superstar guard JuJu Watkins, the 2024-2025 Naismith Award winner who missed all of last season with an ACL injury.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 1

USC’s Three Toughest Cornerback Matchups For Next Season

For the USC Trojans offense to have a successful season, there is no doubt that quarterback Jayden Maiava must play well consistently, especially in USC's biggest games.

Eric Musselman News / USC Trojans on SI / July 1

Eric Musselman Explains USC Basketball’s Roster-Building Blueprint

It is no secret that college basketball is changing. Between the transfer portal, NIL and the NCAA's evolving eligibility rules, building a championship-caliber roster has become more challenging than ever.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / June 30

One Key Question for USC Receiver Kayden Dixon-Wyatt Before Freshman Season

Four-star freshman receiver Kayden Dixon-Wyatt committed to Ohio State last May, becoming the second Mater Dei (Calif.) receiver, joining five-star Chris Henry Jr., to announce his pledge to the Buckeyes. Oregon picked up a ton of buzz in the fall as a potential flip candidate for Dixon-Wyatt.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 30

USC Star Jahkeem Stewart Turns Heads With NFL Pass Rush Specialist

USC Trojans sophomore Jahkeem Stewart enters 2026 carrying heightened expectations after an All-American season as a freshman, and it looks like he's answering the bell, through this head-turning offseason move that surfaced toward the end of June 2026.

JuJu Watkins News / USC Trojans on SI / June 30

Inside USC Trojans Guard JuJu Watkins' Path to Recovery From Knee Injury

USC women’s basketball coach Lindsay Gottlieb has a routine she follows every road game where she spends some time in the locker room alone. This past

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / June 30

Three Toughest Pass Rushers USC's Offensive Line Will Play Next Season

For the USC Trojans to compete at a high level in the Big Ten and make the College Football Playoff, coach Lincoln Riley must put USC in a position to

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 30

USC Trojans Battling Texas, Texas Tech for Elite Offensive Line Recruit

One of the Trojans’ main targets in the 2028 recruiting cycle is five-star tackle Austin Attalah. The 6-8, 270 pound lineman from Cajon High School (San

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 29

USC Freshman Madden Riordan Bringing Important Qualities to Trojans Safety Room

USC freshman safety Madden Riordan was a central figure in the program restoring its success with local recruiting. He was one of three freshmen from Sierra Canyon (Calif.), which includes receiver Tron Baker and cornerback Brandon Lockhart, to commit to the Trojans in the fall of 2023, their sophomore year.