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USC Trojans Linebacker Reveals Motivation Heading into Big Ten Gauntlet

USC Trojans senior linebacker Eric Gentry knows the early wins don’t mean much yet. The Trojans took care of business in their non-conference tune-ups, but now comes the real challenge: a Big Ten schedule loaded with top-five opponents and road environments that have haunted USC in recent years.

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USC-Purdue Delayed Due to Serious Weather, Stadium Evacuated

The Week 3 Big Ten clash between the USC Trojans and Purdue Boilermakers was put on ice as the game's start time approached. In what is the first meeting between the two teams as conference foes, and the first time they've played one another since 1998, lightning strikes have delayed the game.

USC Trojans Game Against Purdue Boilermakers In Lightning Delay, When Will Game Start?

The USC Trojans‘ game against the Purdue Boilermakers has officially entered a delay due to lightning strikes in the area. At this point, it is unknown exactly when the game will kick off, but every time there is a lightning strike within 10 miles of the stadium, the 30-minute clock restarts.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 13

USC Trojans vs. Purdue Delayed For Weather? Stadium Evacuation

The USC Trojans travel to West Lafayette to take on Purdue in their Big Ten opener. Ross-Ade Stadium is being evacuated because of weather/lightening, causing a delay.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 13

LIVE Score Updates: USC Trojans Open Big Ten Play on the Road

The USC Trojans travel to West Lafayette to take on Purdue in their Big Ten opener. It will be the fourth matchup between the two schools and the first since 1998.

College Football News / LAFB Network / September 13

USC Trojans Get Very Good Injury News Ahead Of Purdue Matchup

We are just about two hours away from the USC Trojans kicking off Big Ten play against the Purdue Boilermakers. During our media Zoom call, Coach Riley decided to wait on divulging any injury information until the Big Ten report comes out before the game.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 13

USC Trojans Ramping Up Recruiting Activity In Future Classes, Targeting In-State Recruits

With a majority of the focus of the 2026 recruiting class locked in, the USC Trojans have been slowly turning their attention to the 2027 cycle. Safe to say, there's a long way until the 2028 recruiting cycle comes to the forefront of the college football world.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 13

USC Trojans Among Safest Bets in Big Ten After Strong Start Against the Spread

The USC Trojans have not only been winning football games, but they have also been rewarding those who believed in them at the sportsbook. Through two weeks of the 2025 season, USC is a perfect 2-0 against the spread, delivering early returns for those who trusted Lincoln Riley’s team in its first season competing in the Big Ten.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 12

Latest Injury Update on USC Trojans Freshman Alex Graham

The USC Trojans will be on the road for the first time this season to take on Purdue, as they open Big Ten play on Saturday, Sept. 13. It appears freshman defensive back Alex Graham will remain out.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / September 12

According To ESPN’s FPI, The USC Trojans Are One Of The Best Teams In America

While the competition has not been the toughest, the USC Trojans have dominated both of their games and currently have the nation’s No. 1 offense in terms of yards per game (676) and points per game (66).

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 12

USC Trojans' Roster Might Feature Next Dynamic Duo in College Football

The USC Trojans have put together back-to-back dominating wins to open the season against Missouri State and Georgia Southern, which has allowed the Trojans to play some of their backups on offense and defense in their last two matchups.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 12

USC Coaching Staff's Ability To Develop Is Standing Out To This Four-Star Safety Recruit

The USC Trojans are looking to land one of the top in-state prospects in the 2027 recruiting cycle in four-star safety Gavin Williams. After landing nearly half of their 2026 recruiting class from the state of California, the Trojans could potentially to do the same in the 2027 cycle.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 12

Delta Adds New Flights for USC Trojans Football Fans: How to Book Game Day Travel

Traveling to USC Trojans football games just got easier, or maybe harder, depending on how you look at it. Delta Airlines recently announced its largest-ever college football flying schedule, adding more than 40 flights tied to marquee matchups this fall.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / September 12

Future Commissioner Is Much Higher On The USC Trojans Than The AP

There has been a lot of conversation centered around the AP Poll, the panel of voters, and the fact that the USC Trojans are still not ranked in the Top 25.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 11

The Unique Stat Behind USC Trojans’ Road Woes

USC’s offense looks explosive. The defense looks improved. But the biggest test of the Trojans’ growth under head coach Lincoln Riley might not show up on a stat sheet.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / September 11

Lincoln Riley Faces Pressure to Deliver at USC As Buyout Looms

When Lincoln Riley arrived at USC in late 2021, the Trojans didn’t just hire an offensive wizard—they made one of the boldest financial bets in college football.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 11

USC Trojans Betting Odds vs. Purdue Shift After Money Comes In

The USC Trojans have covered the spread in back-to-back weeks to begin the season. In their 59-20 win over Georgia Southern, the Trojans were able to cover as -28.5 favorites vs.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 10

USC Trojans’ Playoff Chances Just Surpassed A Big Ten Powerhouse

USC football is off to a hot start to the 2025 season with dominating offensive performances against Missouri State and Georgia Southern. Through two weeks of the season, contenders for the College Football Playoff are starting to come into form.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 10

Highest-Paid NIL Receivers Ranking Leaves Out USC Trojans Star - For Now

The USC Trojans have one of the nation’s most explosive offenses, but when it comes to NIL earnings, wide receiver Makai Lemon has yet to join the top tier.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 10

The USC Coaching Change And Position Group That Isn't Being Talked About Enough

The tight end position in the USC Trojans' offense has been ever-evolving since the arrival of Lincoln Riley in 2021. Tight ends haven't been the most prominent position in Riley's offense, but the position group has raced out to a hot start to begin this season.

Jayden Maiava News / USC Trojans on SI / September 10

USC Trojans' Jayden Maiava Fueled By Secret Sleep Weapon

LOS ANGELES - USC Trojans redshirt junior Jayden Maiava is off to a stellar start in his first season as the full-time starting quarterback in Los Angeles.

College Football News / College Football News / September 10

USC vs Purdue Prediction: Will the Trojans or Boilermakers Stay Hot?

Things couldn’t have gone better for both USC and Purdue to start the season. With big conference games coming for each one, this is an early pivotal moment, but in vastly different ways.