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USC True Freshman Earns MVP in Opening Win vs. San José State

From the moment USC receiver Trent Mosley arrived on campus, veterans and coaches have not stopped raving about the four-star recruit from Trinity League power Santa Margarita (Calif.).

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King Miller Sends Message After Leading USC's Backfield Committee in Week 0

The USC Trojans opened the 2026 college football season expecting running backs King Miller and Waymond Jordan to form one of the deepest backfield tandems head coach Lincoln Riley has coached.

Lincoln Riley News / EssentiallySports / August 30

'Pissed': Lincoln Riley Lets USC Coach’s Frustration Known With Strong Locker Room Message

USC opened its 2026 season at the Memorial Coliseum with a 42-26 win over San Jose State. On paper, it looks like a comfortable victory. But inside the locker room, head coach Lincoln Riley was far from celebrating.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / August 29

What San Jose State Coach Ken Niumatalolo Said After Loss vs. USC Trojans

The No. 14 USC Trojans opened the 2026 college football season with a 42-26 win over the San Jose State Spartans at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Saturday.

Jayden Maiava News / USC Trojans on SI / August 29

Jayden Maiava Reacts to USC Trojans' Freshmen After Season Opening Victory

For the Trojans’ season opener versus San José State, redshirt-senior quarterback Jayden Maiava was surgical, finishing with 286 yards, three total touchdowns, 86.2 completion percentage and a quarterback-rating of 191.8.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / August 29

Lincoln Riley Shares Unfiltered Thoughts After USC Trojans' Win Over San José State

The USC Trojans watched coach Lincoln Riley remain undefeated in season openers. This time topping San José State 42-26 on Aug. 29 to kick off the 2026 campaign.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 29

Biggest Winners and Losers From USC's Win Over San José State

The No. 14 USC Trojans handled business in their season opener, beating San José State 42-6. While there was a lot to like in the victory, there were some winners and losers throughout the Trojans’ performance. On Aug.

Jide Abasiri News / NBC Sports / August 29

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USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 29

USC Trojans' Intriguing Quarterback Situation Against San José State

The USC Trojans have multiple options outside of Jayden Maiava ahead of facing San José State, and USC ended up promoting one of its prized newcomers before the Aug.

Jahkeem Stewart News / USC Trojans on SI / August 29

How Jahkeem Stewart's Injury Is Impacting USC Trojans Defense

No. 14 USC Trojans defensive lineman Jahkeem Stewart's foot injury was reported during the offseason as the star sophomore was seen in a boot and on crutches before Salute to Troy.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 29

Live Score Updates as USC Trojans Open the Season vs. San José State

The 2026 college football season is finally here. In a critical fifth season under coach Lincoln Riley, USC hosts San José State on Saturday, Aug. 29 at

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 29

California Running Back Recruit Malaki Davis Connects with USC Trojans Legend

Corona Centennial (Calif.) 2028 three-star running Malaki Davis is a throwback player. It makes sense considering he studies old school running backs,

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 29

National Analyst Expresses Confidence in USC Trojans' New-Look Receiver Room

USC quarterback Jayden Maiava will have a new set of receivers in 2026 with Makai Lemon and Ja’Kobi Lane off for the NFL. In the Trojans' first depth

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / August 28

Why Pressure is on Lincoln Riley to Perform With USC Trojans

As the 2026 season approaches, one of the most asked questions is if this is the year that the USC Trojans are finally able to make a College Football Playoff run.

College Football News / LAFB Network / August 28

USC Trojans Game Day Recruiting Visitor List Vs San Jose State

We finally made it to the first game of the season as the USC Trojans host the San Jose State Spartans on Saturday at 12 PM PT. The game is set to be a massive recruiting opportunity for the Trojans; a ton of current commits and future prospects will be on campus.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 28

Answering Burning Questions About USC Trojans' First Depth Ahead of Season Opener

No. 14 USC released its first official depth chart on Wednesday night ahead of its season opener against San José State on Saturday, Aug. 29. Trojan fans had several questions about the initial depth chart and those answers are provided here. Are you surprised by the “or” at Will?

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 28

How New NCAA Calendar Impacts USC Trojans for Transfer Portal, Practices

The USC Trojans stacked multiple offseason wins from the transfer portal to recruiting, but now a new NCAA proposal revealed on Aug. 28 presents the impact to alter schedules for coach Lincoln Riley, general manager Chad Bowden and the rest of the Trojans.