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USC Running Back King Miller Doesn't Hold Back About Under-Recruited Journey

USC Trojans running back King Miller never piled up scholarship offers. This despite playing at a school known to attract college football coaches. Miller racked up 1,587 rushing yards and scored 15 touchdowns during his senior campaign at Calabasas High.

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Big Ten Coach Exposes Major Concern for USC, Lincoln Riley

As the USC Trojans prepare for the 2026 college football season, expectations remain high following a 9-4 campaign that included a 7-2 mark in Big Ten play.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / August 11

Lincoln Riley Doesn't Hold Back on Importance of USC's Fall Camp Scrimmage

Following Day 11 of the Trojans' fall camp, Lincoln Riley opened up to the media about the scrimmage on Wednesday night, Aug. 11. On top of setting the tone physically, the scrimmage will be used to get players ready for gamedays and determine key position battles.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 11

Latest Intel on Key Fall Camp Position Battles in USC Trojans Secondary

Prophet Brown was expected to start at nickel last season before a significant lower body injury early in fall camp ended his season. Brown is back for his sixth season as one of the most experienced players on USC’s roster, having appeared in 39 career games.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / August 10

USC Trojans' Blunt Expectation for Upcoming Season

The USC Trojans are entering their fifth season under coach Lincoln Riley. Riley has an overall record of 35-18 in Los Angeles, but USC has not yet qualified for the College Football Playoff or won a conference title. Bleacher Report revealed a one-word expectation for each one of their top 25 teams ranked in college football this season.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 10

Two USC Transfers Already Turning Heads at Fall Camp

The USC Trojans are entering their second week of fall camp as they continue to prepare for their Week Zero season opener vs. San Jose State and a 2026 season full of expectations and high hopes.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 10

USC Trojans Defensive Back Primed for Breakout Year After Late Season Success

Alex Graham was slotted to start at nickel for the USC Trojans as a true freshman after a strong spring and fall camp. However, an injury just before the season opener kept the Detroit native out until week 7 against Michigan.

Jadyn Walker News / USC Trojans on SI / August 9

USC Linebacker Jadyn Walker Showing Growth After First Taste of College Football

USC redshirt sophomore linebacker Jadyn Walker admitted it was hard watching his film from last year knowing what he knows now. Walker had missed almost the entirety of his freshman season in 2024 because of a shoulder injury.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 9

Three USC Freshmen Determined To Make An Impact For Trojans This Season

Looking to reach the College Football Playoff for the first time in program history this season, the USC Trojans are set to rely on more than just their key returners and transfer portal additions to accomplish that goal. Arriving in Los Angeles this fall is the No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 9

USC Trojans Defense Snubbed in National Ranking

Following the 2025 season, the USC Trojans made defense its main priority in the offseason. The result was hiring TCU legend Gary Patterson as their new defensive coordinator, eight defense blue-chippers in the 2026 recruiting cycle – six at the front seven – acquiring three veterans from the transfer portal while grooming breakout stars.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 8

Freshman Safety Madden Riordan Builds USC Fall Camp Buzz

Madden Riordan dreamed of playing for the USC Trojans as a kid, and ever since he arrived on campus, the freshman safety has put everything into positioning himself to make it a reality on Saturdays. When he enrolled, Riordan was about 155 pounds.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 8

Biggest Reasons Why USC's Defensive Line Is Ready for a Breakout Season

The USC Trojans enter the 2026 season with College Football Playoff expectations surrounding the program, but reaching that goal will very likely depend on whether the defense can take the next step.

Tobias Raymond News / USC Trojans on SI / August 8

Tobias Raymond Offers Insight Into USC Role Amid Injury Concerns

The USC Trojans absorbed one massive fall camp loss already in the trenches. Projected starting center Killian O'Connor is out for the season following a freak knee injury.

College Basketball News / USC Trojans on SI / August 8

USC Trojans Among Final Five Schools For Talented Transfer Forward

The USC Trojans and coach Eric Musselman had another impressive offseason of adding talent in the transfer portal, and they may not be done just yet with the 2026-27 college basketball season on the horizon.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 7

Three Areas of USC Trojans Football That Should Be Improved This Fall

The USC Trojans are scheduled to kick off the 2026 college football season on Aug. 29 against the San Jose State Spartans at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum,

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 7

Why USC Is an Enemy for Numerous College Football Programs

The USC Trojans are one of the most successful programs in college football history. With that, USC has made some enemies along the way. ESPN revealed a list of archenemies for each power conference team.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / August 7

Storied Tradition Meets Innovation in USC’s Bloom Football Performance Center

Los Angeles — USC coach Lincoln Riley may have undersold the brilliance of the brand-new $225 million Bloom Football Performance Center. The media got a look at the breathtaking three-story world-class facility on Thursday, August 6 after the university hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony the night before.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 7

USC Freshman Jadyn Ramos Shares Which Trojans Veterans Influence Him Most

USC redshirt freshman defensive end Jadyn Ramos made noise late in the teams scrimmage inside the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum last August. Ramos was a force coming off the edge, recording multiple sacks in a short period of time.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 7

How Kilian O'Connor's Injury Impacts the USC Trojans Offensive Line

USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley announced the loss of center Kilian O'Connor to a season-ending injury while speaking to the media on Thursday as festivities around the opening of the Bloom Football Performance Center continued.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 7

Inside USC Trojans Brand-New Bloom Football Performance Center

USC officially opened the Bloom Football Performance Center on Wednesday, Aug. 5 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The brand-new 163,000 square foot, three-story, plus basement, state-of-the-art facility marks a new chapter of USC’s proud and storied tradition.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / August 6

USC Surprisingly Trailing Big Ten Rival in Updated Recruiting Ranking

The USC Trojans 2027 recruiting class currently has 14 commitments. Where does ESPN recruiting analyst Craig Haubert rank this class among the best in college football?

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / August 6

Lincoln Riley Speaks Candidly on New Bloom Performance Center

Since the beginning of August, the Trojans have been teasing a look at their new football facility. Following the players' first look and the ribbon-cutting ceremony, the Bloom Football Performance Center has been unveiled to the public.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / August 3

Notre Dame, USC announce major news about their rivalry game

The break in the Notre Dame-USC rivalry game will ultimately be short-lived. Both schools announced Monday that their annual football rivalry will resume in 2030.

College Football News / Yardbarker / August 3