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Lincoln Riley Delivers Honest Response to USC's College Football Playoff Ranking

The USC Trojans busted back into two rankings following their 30-18 romp over then-No. 2 Ohio State. Now that Halloween victory handed them another spot: No.

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USC Freshman Saniyah Hall Steals the Spotlight With Breakout Debut

The No. 3 USC Trojans women’s basketball team began their anticipated 2026-27 season in impressive fashion, routing the UNLV Rebels 100-68 in the Hall

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Can you name the top 15 rushers in USC Trojans history?

The University of Southern California is deservedly known as Tailback U. How many of the top 15 rushers in USC Trojans history can you name in five minutes?

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Mark Bowman News / USC Trojans on SI / November 3

Tight End Mark Bowman Drops Honest Insight Into Injury Return

One of the biggest factors in No. 18 USC Trojans’ 30-18 upset win over No. 11 Ohio State Buckeyes was the return of freshman tight end Mark Bowman. The five-star recruit had previously missed three consecutive games due to a hamstring injury he picked up in Week 4. Bowman went back to being an instrumental tool in the run game.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / November 3

Lincoln Riley Identifies USC's Path Forward After Upsetting Ohio State

The USC Trojans sneaked back into the national rankings before hitting their Nov. 7 bye. Their 30-18 dismantling of No. 2 Ohio State on Halloween catapulted the previously unranked Trojans to No.

JuJu Watkins News / EssentiallySports / November 3

JuJu Watkins Fights Back Tears as She Reflects on Her 21-Point Comeback in USC’s Season Opener

For 588 days, JuJu Watkins could only watch as her USC teammates took to the court without her. Now, at USC’s season opener against UNLV, the star guard made her long-awaited return to the court with 21 points in a 100-68 win.

USC Trojans News / Yardbarker / November 2

USC Trojans pull DL Simeon Jones Jr. from James Madison

It's a long way from North Augusta, South Carolina, to Los Angeles, California. In fact, it's roughly 2,300 miles.

Another top-2 team goes down as Ohio State can't overcome Julian Sayin's absence

Did Lincoln Riley save his job, USC's CFP chances with upset win over Ohio State?

Jayden Maiava leads Southern California to upset over No. 2 Ohio State

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USC Trojans News / Yardbarker / November 2

USC freshman steals the show in JuJu Watkins's return

USC's Saniyah Hall steals the show in JuJu Watkins's return from 588-day layoff

USC Trojans guard JuJu Watkins returned to competitive action after 588 days on Monday, but a 100-68 win over the UNLV Rebels ended up as five-star freshman Saniyah Hall's coming-out party.

No. 1 South Carolina survives Mack attack, Maryland in Paris

Michael Malone era off to shaky start after win over Western Carolina

Penny Hardaway cools hot seat with upset of No. 18 Iowa State

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USC Trojans News / New Baseball Media / November 2

2026 Fall College Baseball Reset: USC

The 2026 USC Trojans’ baseball team had their most dominant campaign in years. USC won 48 total games, went 32-1 at home, scored at least 14 runs in three Regional games in College Station, and nearly made it past UNC to earn the elusive berth to Omaha.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / November 1

Lincoln Riley Doesn't Hold Back on Mark Bowman, Trent Mosley After Ohio State Win

The No. 18 USC Trojans are back in the AP Top 25 Poll after upsetting the then-ranked No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes in the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, and as it's been the case throughout this season for USC, the Trojans leaned on multiple freshmen in route to the victory.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / November 1

Lincoln Riley Explains Biggest Difference for USC's Offense vs. Ohio State

In Week 9, the USC Trojans monster mashed their way through the formerly No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes 30-18. The huge upset marked Lincoln Riley’s second career victory over a top-five opponent, and it was done in a fashion he’s been criticized of not doing – establishing a tough rushing attack of 116 yards and two touchdowns.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / November 1

USC’s Performance Against Ohio State Indicates One Key Thing About the Trojans

Los Angeles -- Intense and physical. That’s how junior defensive line Jide Abasiri described practice for USC the week leading into their matchup against No.

Watch: No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes vs. USC Trojans | COLLEGE FOOTBALL HIGHLIGHTS | 10/31/26

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / November 1

Jayden Maiava Backs Up Lincoln Riley After USC's Upset Win Over Ohio State

Coming off a career-low performance in Week 8, senior quarterback Jayden Maiava bounced back by playing turnover-free football and relying on the revived run game in the USC Trojans' upset win over the No.

College Football News / Yardbarker / November 1

Did Riley save his job, USC's CFP chances with upset win over OSU?

Did Lincoln Riley save his job, USC's CFP chances with upset win over Ohio State?

The win keeps USC's College Football Playoff hopes alive.

Another top-2 team goes down as Ohio State can't overcome Julian Sayin's absence

2026 Heisman report: New front-runner? 3 wide receiver finalists? Assessing race entering final month of CFB season

Miami's Darian Mensah posting better numbers than Carson Beck, Cam Ward

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College Football News / Yardbarker / November 2

Another top-2 team goes down as Ohio State loses to USC

Another top-2 team goes down as Ohio State can't overcome Julian Sayin's absence

For the fourth week in a row, one of the top-two teams in the country has lost.

No. 3 Georgia forces 4 turnovers, routs No. 17 Florida

No. 7 UCLA's defense stifles Nevada to remain undefeated

No. 8 BYU holds off upset-minded Arizona State

Jamal Roberts leads No. 23 Missouri past Arkansas in Ahmad Hardy's return

Iowa State knocks off No. 24 Oklahoma State in offensive showcase

Mark Bowman News / NBC Sports / October 31

Watch: Mark Bowman's spectacular catch and hurdle leads to USC touchdown | Big Ten on NBC Sports

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / October 30

USC’s Biggest Recruiting Storylines Ahead of Star-Studded Visitor List

USC will host an impressive list of visitors for as they return to the Coliseum for a highly anticipated Big Ten clash against Ohio State on Saturday, Oct.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / October 30

USC Has One Major Leadership Question Under Lincoln Riley

Despite coming off a bye week, USC was clearly unprepared heading into their week 8 loss against Wisconsin. After arguably playing their best game on the road since joining the Big Ten three years ago against a 3-4 Penn State team on Oct.

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 30

USC reportedly has Kalen DeBoer in mind for potential HC change

USC reportedly has Alabama's Kalen DeBoer in mind for potential coaching change

One of the major storylines to watch during the remainder of the college football season is the possible departure of USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley.

Dave Aranda reveals classy goodbye to Baylor Bears

UCLA QB Nico Iamaleava makes a big decision on his future amid knee injury

Missouri gets timely boost as Ahmad Hardy prepares to make season debut

Another day, another embarrassment in Colorado for Deion Sanders

Colorado QB Julian Lewis hospitalized after medical emergency

Lincoln Riley News / Athlon Sports / October 29

Lincoln Riley Makes Revealing Admission About Potential USC Trojans Exit

USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley made a revealing admission about his past and future with the program, saying he had multiple opportunities to leave but chose not to take them.

USC Trojans News / Yardbarker / October 28

'I’ve had plenty of opportunities to leave': Lincoln Riley, USC sound like they're about to break up

USC Trojans head football coach Lincoln Riley may be feeling that the wolves are circling him after his team's loss on the road to Wisconsin.

Michigan has decided on its QB1 despite latest struggles

A look back at the time Michigan played football on roller skates

Oregon State HC JaMarcus Shephard hopes for accessibility with 24-team CFP

Sam Houston fires HC Phil Longo amid disastrous 20-game stretch

Another day, another embarrassment in Colorado for Deion Sanders

BYU-Utah Holy War start time seen as ungodly by college football world

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / October 22

USC Trojans Wednesday Practice Notebook: Trojans Get Injury Relief Ahead Of Wisconsin

The USC Trojans got through a rainy Wednesday practice with good news before the trip to Wisconsin. The week’s first availability report added no new players to the out list, two starting offensive linemen came off it completely, and two key defenders are listed as probable.

USC Trojans News / Yardbarker / October 21

Eric Musselman, USC land top hoops prospect from the state of New York

The USC Trojans and head men's basketball coach Eric Musselman are building quite the cross-country recruiting pipeline.

Villanova, Notre Dame set to kick off college basketball season in Rome

The five most impactful men's college basketball transfers

Four college basketball coaches on the hot seat entering the season

College Football News / LAFB Network / October 21

Wisconsin Week – USC Trojans Practice Notes And Observations

USC Trojans Tuesday Practice Notes: Wisconsin week is here • 4 days until kickoff The USC Trojans wrapped up their Tuesday practice as they get ready for the Wisconsin Badgers this Saturday at 4:30 p.m.