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Trovon Reed Prioritizing the Mental Health of USC's Two Injured Cornerbacks

USC cornerbacks coach Trovon Reed dealt with injuries of his own during his at Auburn. He knows how much injuries, especially significant ones, can dramatically affect a player’s mental health. Recovery from injuries is as much mental as physical.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 19

Lincoln Riley Speaks Openly About USC Receiver Makai Lemon's Skill Set

Over the course of the last three seasons, USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley has had the opportunity to see the development of wide receiver Makai Lemon.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / April 19

USC Trojans Take Shots at Rivals After Landing Four-Star Recruit Mekai Brown

The USC Trojans recently landed four-star edge recruit Mekai Brown over Notre Dame, Ole Miss, Texas A&M, and Ohio State, and the Trojans were once again vocal on social media after adding a key member to their recruiting class of 2027.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / April 18

Projecting The USC Trojans Offensive Depth Chart Post Spring Practice

The USC Trojans wrapped up their Spring Camp a few weeks ago. While not every incoming freshman was in attendance (32/35 were there), and a few returning starters missed the entirety of camp due to injury, I was able to get some clarity on what the Fall depth chart could look like.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 18

USC’s Lincoln Riley Gives a Clear Assessment of Jayden Maiava After Spring Ball

USC Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava is back in Los Angeles as the Trojans starter for the second season in a row. Maiava had a good 2025 season and USC coach Lincoln Riley has seen even more improvement out of him during spring camp this offseason. Lincoln Riley went on The Jim Rome Show.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / April 18

Mike Ekeler Provides Rare Insight Into Unique Coaching Style

Mike Ekeler has pedigree. The new USC Trojans new linebackers coach and special teams coordinator is a longtime college football assistant. Ekeler is entering his 23rd season coaching at the FBS level.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 17

USC Answers Their Biggest Roster Question With Latest Transfer Portal Signing

The USC Trojans enter next season with a star-studded group headlined by the dynamic backcourt of JuJu Watkins and Jazzy Davidson. But one thing the Trojans desperately needed to address was their lack of size on the roster and they did so with the signing of Florida State junior center Pania Davis out of the transfer portal.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 17

USC Cornerback RJ Sermons Making Strides in Spring Practice

Redshirt freshman cornerback RJ Sermons was a late addition to the USC Trojans 2025 recruiting class when he decided to reclassify at the beginning of last summer.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 17

Four Observations From USC Coach Chad Savage’s Media Availability

USC inside receivers/ tight ends coach Chad Savage was an incredibly impactful hire for the Trojans when they brought him over from Colorado State last

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 17

USC Trojans Basketball Revamped Their Backcourt With Two Offseason Moves

The USC Trojans men's basketball team had a lot of questions about its backcourt entering this offseason. But after making their first few transfer portal

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 17

Inside USC Defensive Lineman Jahkeem Stewart’s Mindset for Success

USC sophomore defensive lineman Jahkeem Stewart was a highly sought-after prospect coming out of Edna Karr (La.) in New Orleans. The Trojans were relentless in their pursuit of the 6-foot-6, 295-pounder and in his first season, Stewart lived up to the hype, finishing second on the team in tackles for loss and earning Freshman All-American honors.

USC Trojans News / A to Z Sports / April 17

USC lands elite 2027 prospect in comeback fashion after being projected to come in second place for the four-star recruit behind Ohio State

The USC Trojans landed one of the best recruits in the entire 2027 class, only pushing them higher up the rankings. The USC Trojans are not yet out of the fight for finishing the 2027 recruiting cycle with the best class in the country.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 17

USC Trojans Recruiting Class Ranking Boosted by Mekai Brown

USC’s recruiting success continued on Friday as four-star Edge rusher Mekai Brown from Greenwich Country Day in Connecticut committed to the Trojans over

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 17

Four-Star EDGE Recruit Mekai Brown Commits to USC Trojans Over Ohio State, Notre Dame

Four-star EDGE recruit Mekai Brown committed to the USC Trojans on Friday morning, announcing his decision between a final group of USC, Texas A&M, Notre Dame, Ohio State, and Ole Miss.

Four-Star EDGE Recruit Mekai Brown Deciding Between USC, Notre Dame, Ohio State

Four-star EDGE recruit Mekai Brown is committing Friday morning, announcing his decision between a final group of USC, Texas A&M, Notre Dame, Ohio State, and Ole Miss.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 16

Chad Baker-Mazara Breaks Silence On Turbulent USC Tenure

The USC Trojans' season took a stunning turn on March 1 when the program dismissed star wing Chad Baker-Mazara. The decision came just days after the Trojans' home loss to the Nebraska Cornhuskers, a game where Baker-Mazara spent the second half on the bench after a nasty fall that ended his night.

Draft Buzz Moves JuJu Watkins Back Into National Spotlight

The 2026 WNBA Draft is officially in the books, and the conversation has already shifted to next year. Unlike the recent class where names like UConn Huskies guard Azzi Fudd, TCU Horned Frogs guard Olivia Miles and Spanish center Awa Fam created real debate at the top, the 2027 class currently offers far less mystery.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 16

USC Backcourt Depth Receives Big Boost With Transfer Addition

USC Trojans women’s basketball added experienced backcourt production on Wednesday, landing UC Davis transfer Ryann Bennett. The Long Beach native returns home and reunites with former AAU teammate Kennedy Smith, giving head coach Lindsay Gottlieb another versatile guard ahead of the 2026-27 season.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 16

Ranking the Top-Five Most NFL-Ready USC Prospects

The USC Trojans have some of the top prospects that will be available in the 2026 NFL Draft. Players from both sides of the ball should expect to hear their names called relatively early during the three-day affair.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 15

Three USC Trojans Who Could Surprise in NFL Draft

The USC Trojans have 17 prospects eligible for the 2026 NFL Draft. Among them are star players like Makai Lemon, Ja’Kobi Lane, and Kamari Ramsey, but many are prospects who are flying under the draft radar.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 15

USC's Updated Recruiting Class Ranking Signals Program's Upward Trend

The USC Trojans recruiting for 2027 is off to a good start. USC is currently ranked No. 5 in Rivals most recent 2027 team recruiting rankings. The only Big Ten team ranked above them are the Ohio State Buckeyes.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 15

Five-Star Luke Wafle’s Breakout Buzz Signals Big Things for USC

Five-star freshman edge rusher Luke Wafle is already being treated like a cornerstone piece for USC’s defense, and the national spotlight is catching up.

USC Trojans News / Yardbarker / April 6

Washington Mystics' front-office move suggests bigger moves are ahead

The Washington Mystics wasted no time making changes at the start of the WNBA's free agency period. And their first move suggests even bigger ones are on the horizon.

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