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Watch: JuJu Watkins Steals the Spotlight With Emotional And-1 Reaction

In the final stretches of the first round game between USC Trojans and Clemson, it was JuJu Watkins who became the main talking point. And that was without even touching the court!

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USC Trojans' Five-Star Recruit Honor Fa’alave-Johnson Shows Off Shocking Speed

USC Trojans five-star athlete commit Honor Fa’alave-Johnson is participating in the Polynesian Bowl, and Fa’alave-Johnson revealed he ran the 40-yard dash in 4.41 seconds.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / March 22

Biggest Question for Lincoln Riley Entering Year Five at USC

Entering year five of the Lincoln Riley era, the USC Trojans are on the hunt for their first ever College Football Playoff appearance. However, four years of failing to make the postseason has led some to question if Riley's seat is warming up in Southern California.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 21

USC Trojans' Unsung Hero in NCAA Tournament Win

USC Trojans guard Kara Dunn didn’t hit the biggest shots of the night, but she may have delivered the most important ones. The USC guard closed the game at the free-throw line and anchored a poised finish as the Trojans outlasted Clemson 71-67 in overtime to advance past the first round of the NCAA Tournament.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 21

Lindsay Gottlieb Reacts to USC's Chaotic NCAA Tournament Win

The USC Trojans women's basketball team secured a 71-67 win in the first round of the NCAA Tournament against Clemson. While the nailbiting win brings excitement, the final seconds brought uncertainty.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 21

Jazzy Davidson Speaks Candidly About NCAA Tournament Debut

In one of the best games of the NCAA Tournament, the No. 9-seeded USC Trojans defeated the No. 8-seeded Clemson Tigers 71-67 in an overtime thriller. The Trojans have now opened the tournament with a win for the third consecutive season and advance to the Round of 32 to face the No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 21

USC Trojans Fueling Offseason Expectations in Spring Practice

The USC Trojans' spring ball has allowed fans to see USC's No.1-ranked 2026 recruiting class join the team, and the Trojans have added impact transfers right into coach Lincoln Riley's roster.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 21

USC Pushing To Flip Top Offensive Tackle Recruit Away From Big Ten Rivals

Since the arrival of general manager Chad Bowden, the USC Trojans have been able to establish a true recruiting stronghold in California. Over half of their 2026 recruiting class consisted of in-state recruits and the same is looking to hold true for the 2027 class.

JuJu Watkins News / USC Trojans on SI / March 20

Preview: USC vs. Clemson in NCAA Tournament Opening Round

The NCAA Tournament tips off for the USC Trojans women’s basketball team with a high-stakes matchup against the Clemson Tigers. The Trojans enter as a No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 19

Five USC Freshmen Turning Heads on Defense During Practice

The USC Trojans have almost every defensive recruit on campus this spring. One player will enroll in the summer. With two weeks of practice in the books, which freshmen on defense have generated buzz coming out of USC. Elbert “Rock” Hill, No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 19

USC Making Push In Danny Lang Recruitment After Delayed Commitment

The USC Trojans are one of three finalists to land the commitment from class of 2027 recruit, cornerback Danny Lang. The other two schools in the running are the Oregon Ducks and Ohio State Buckeyes. Lang was supposed to announce his commitment on March 21, but has since pushed that date back to March 25 via Instagram.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 19

The Secret Behind USC Freshmen Taking Over Spring Practice

When USC hired general manager Chad Bowden last offseason, he implemented one major recruiting rule. Once a recruit commits, they’re not allowed to visit any other school, no exceptions. A commitment means exactly that, a commitment.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 19

A USC Transfer Receiver Is Already Turning Heads In Practice

The USC Trojans spring ball practice has proven the talent of both the 2026 recruiting class and the newest transfers. Even with a massive group of 31 incoming freshmen and just 10 transfers already practicing, certain players have begun to separate themselves from the rest.

Eric Musselman News / USC Trojans on SI / March 19

USC’s California Recruiting Pipeline Is Becoming A Championship Blueprint

One of the biggest questions surrounding the USC Trojans' hiring of Eric Musselman was how would he recruit the Southern California. He's familiar with the West Coast from his time at Nevada, but USC is in a whole different recruiting stratosphere than the Wolfpack.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 19

Vegas Releases USC Trojans Football's Projected 2026 Win Total

Ahead of what will be a pivotal fifth year for coach Lincoln Riley and the USC Trojans, Vegas oddsmakers have released their early win total projections for every Big Ten team entering the 2026 college football season. If the projection for USC comes true, the Trojans could be in for yet another disappointing season.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 18

Four Electric USC Freshmen Turning Heads In Practice

It’s no ordinary group of freshmen on campus for the USC Trojans. That has been the word around campus since the No. 1 ranked recruiting class arrived in January. It’s a group of players hungry to prove themselves and make an immediate impact in the fall.

Matt Leinart News / USC Trojans on SI / March 19

Matt Leinart Reveals Players He Would Un-Retire USC Jersey Number For

Former USC Trojans star quarterback Matt Leonard made headlines when he voiced that he wouldn’t un-retire his No. 11 USC jersey for an incoming recruit. Matt Leinart played for the USC Trojans from 2001-2005.

DeCarlos Nicholson News / USC Trojans on SI / March 18

USC Cornerback DeCarlos Nicholson Reveals Heartwarming NFL Draft Motivator

During his two seasons with the USC Trojans, wherever cornerback DeCarlos Nicholson was, it became common to see his young son trailing behind him. When Nicholson spoke with the media after games this past season, he would bring his son and have him sit on his lap, similar to the way you would see professional athletes do it.

Matt Leinart News / Athlon Sports / March 17

Matt Leinart Makes Announcement After Rejecting USC's Request

Matt Leinart had one of the best runs in college football at the USC Trojans. The 2004 Heisman Trophy winner went 37-2 as the Trojans' starter and guided the program to back-to-back AP national championships. He threw for 10,693 yards with one less than 100 touchdown passes while setting 16 school records.

Matt Leinart News / Gridiron Heroics / March 17

USC Trojans Asked Matt Leinart to Unretire His #11 Jersey

The USC Trojans have been one of the premier college football programs in history, with their ability to be a winning program and develop elite talent.