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USC Battling Notre Dame, UCLA for Three-Star Running Back Recruit

Although the USC Trojans have yet to land a commitment in the 2028 recruiting cycle, they have maintained relationships and held their lead with their offerees.

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USC Trojans' Biggest Questions in Pursuit of a National Championship

The Trojans may have the most returns in the Big Ten, the No. 1 overall recruiting class, a top-50 transfer portal class, a veteran quarterback, a legendary coach as a defensive coordinator and one of the best offensive minds at the helm of the program, yet their playoff hopes seem distant.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 23

Three USC Trojans Recruits Who Could Be Future NFL Draft Picks

The USC Trojans have a proud history of not only developing future NFL talent but also bringing in top-ranked recruiting classes. This fall, the Trojans welcome in the No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 22

Danny Lang's Comments on Chad Bowden Epitomize USC’s Recruiting Turnaround

USC saw a wave of recruits in the 2025 class decommit in the weeks leading up to the early signing period in December 2024 and they fell out of the top 10. It was part of a larger problem for the Trojans when it came to recruiting.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 22

Two Former USC Trojans Ranked Among Best No. 2 Wideouts in NFL

A position that the USC Trojans have had no problem developing for the NFL is wide receiver. Sports Illustrated ranked the best No. 2 wide receivers in the NFL for the 2026 season.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 22

Biggest Under the Radar USC Trojans Entering Fall Camp

The beginning of fall camp is on the horizon for the USC Trojans, and several players look to break out and showcase their talents ahead of a season where

Eric Musselman News / USC Trojans on SI / July 22

USC Basketball Schedule Update to Challenge Eric Musselman and the Trojans

The USC Trojans men’s basketball non-conference schedule for the 2026-27 season is starting to form. The Trojans are finalizing an agreement to play a neutral-site game on Dec.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 22

Three USC Trojans Commits Ranked as Top Recruit in Respective States

USC’s 2027 class won’t turn heads or generate headlines the same way the 2026 class did in terms of its ranking according to different recruiting outlets. It doesn’t necessarily mean the program has lost momentum on the trail, the plan has always been to sign a significantly smaller class than they did a year ago.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / July 21

The Reason Why USC’s Lincoln Riley Is on List of Coaches on Hot Seat

USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley is heading into his fifth season at the helm in Los Angeles. The Trojans are still eyeing their first trip to the College Football Playoff and it will be Riley’s duty to get them there. Just how much pressure will be on Riley this season?

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 21

USC Trojans' Most Important Chess Piece in Their Secondary

Redshirt freshman defensive back Alex Graham was inserted into the lineup at nickel after a pair of key injuries in the secondary in USC’s win over Iowa last November. Graham remained in the starting lineup for the final three games of the 2025 season and in each game, the progression was evident as he became more acclimated to the college game.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 21

What to Know About USC Trojans Four-Star Cornerback Recruit Danny Lang

Mater Dei (Calif.) four-star cornerback and USC commit Danny Lang took part in the South County Classic passing tournament over the weekend. During the tournament, one recruiting analyst referred to Lang as the best pure cover corner in the 2027 class. Lang has all the physical traits to become an elite cornerback at the next level.

Jayden Maiava News / USC Trojans on SI / July 21

USC Quarterback Jayden Maiava Nominated for Heartwarming Award

In 1992, the College Football Association created the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team to recognize the community efforts, off-field activities, leadership and academic achievements of college football players.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 21

Every Transfer Expected to Make an Immediate Impact for USC Trojans Football

The USC Trojans return the most experience in the country with 15 starters returning from a season ago, but that doesn't mean that USC coach Lincoln Riley and the Trojans added some impact pieces through the transfer portal that should help the team win games in 2026.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 21

13 USC Trojans Turn Heads in Latest NFL Draft Ranking

The East-West Shrine Bowl has revealed their top 1,000 NFL Draft prospects ahead of the 2026-2027 college football season. After a thorough scouting process

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 20

USC Commit Danny Lang Recruiting Trio of Southern California Defensive Backs

Four-star cornerback commit Danny Lang is part of an impressive recruiting class in the secondary for USC in the 2027 class. All four commits — Lang, five-star athlete Honor Fa’alave-Johnson, four-star star safety Gavin Williams and four-star cornerback Aaryn “J.O.” Washington, are from Southern California.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 20

USC Commit Danny Lang Pulls Back the Curtain on Loaded Secondary Recruiting Class

The secondary is undoubtedly the strength of USC’s 2027 recruiting class with four commits in four-star cornerbacks Danny Lang and Aaryn “J.O.” Washington,

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 20

USC Trojans Commit Pursuing California Four-Star Recruit Jordan Hicks

Damien (Calif.) four-star safety and top 100 recruit Gavin Williams is one of the headliners of USC’s 2027 recruiting class. Williams has put on his recruiting

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 20

USC Trojans Making Major Move for Four-Star Mater Dei Recruit Ace Leutele

Mater Dei (Calif.) 2028 four-star safety Ace Leutele has been visiting USC since he was in elementary school. “I had older cousins who played at USC like Viane [Talamaivao]," Leutele said.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 20

One Returning Player Ready to Become a Star for USC Trojans

USC Trojans sophomore Jahkeem Stewart played his true freshman year with a stress fracture in his foot, and Stewart was still able to finish the season with 7.5 tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, and 1 interception.

Jayden Maiava News / USC Trojans on SI / July 19

Jayden Maiava Fuels USC Preseason Buzz With Quarterback Ranking

The USC Trojans have a proven offensive threat in quarterback Jayden Maiava. Maiava is poised for a breakout 2026 season following a 2025 campaign in which

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 19

USC Four-Star Target Jordan Hicks Pulls Back the Curtain on Recruitment

Mission Viejo (Calif.) four-star defensive back Jordan Hicks can transition between cornerback and safety seamlessly. His versatility in the secondary

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 19

USC's Recruiting Machine Gains Momentum at California Passing Tournament

Mission Viejo -- Football season is just around the corner, and 20 Southern California schools took part in the South County Classic passing tournament at Mission Viejo High School on Saturday. A pair of USC commits in the 2027 class were in action, as well as several key prospects in the 2028 class.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 19

The Biggest Concern Nobody Is Talking About for USC Trojans

With expectations high for the USC Trojans entering the 2026 college football season, there is always a chance that something could go wrong in Lincoln Riley’s fifth season as coach.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 18

Top Four Players the USC Trojans Defense Will Face in the Big Ten

There's a lot to be excited for the Trojans in 2026 – the No. 1 overall recruiting class, veteran pickups from the transfer portal, Lincoln Riley’s fifth year with the program, trenches that can compete in the Big Ten and TCU legend Gary Patterson at the helm of the defense.

College Football News / SuperWest Sports / July 15

College Football Head Coaches on Hot Seat in the West: Assessing the status of the head men in potential trouble, from Hot to Cool

All football head coaches are expected to win. It’s why they were hired. But the bar is set higher for some than for others. A record over 50% at lesser programs may keep a head man employed much longer than at a perennial blue blood.