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Four Targets USC Should Prioritize Entering Critical Recruiting Stretch

The month of May has arrived, which means recruiting season is ramping up with official visits beginning at the end of the month for USC. Southern Cal holds 11 commitments in the 2027 cycle, nine of which are from California.

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USC's Final Recruiting Class Ranking Signals Promising Future Ahead

Following the 2025 season, the USC Trojans women’s basketball program is ready to build on a second-round exit in the NCAA Tournament. Not only does the

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 1

One USC Wide Receiver Is Quietly Creating Major Big Ten Buzz

After a significant number of NFL departures to the NFL Draft, the USC Trojans are ready for the 2026 college football season with a roster that will look very different from 2025. One of the biggest developments will be how the wide receiver room shakes out for the Trojans.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 1

Three Underrated Defensive Players Who Could Shift USC’s Trajectory

The USC Trojans enter the 2026 season set to take a major step forward on defense. Following the departure of D’Anton Lynn to the Penn State Nittany Lions,

College Basketball News / USC Trojans on SI / April 30

New Top 25 Rankings Suggest USC Is Winning the Offseason

The transfer portal and NBA Draft decisions has shaken up the outlook of the 2025-26 college basketball season. For the USC Trojans, they appear to be one of the winners of this period according to these top 25 rankings. FS1 College basketball analyst Casey Jacobsen revealed his most recent top 25 rankings.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / April 30

Three USC Trojans Who Help Lincoln Riley Win Games

After a solid spring season, the USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley are ready for the 2026 season and the opportunity to compete at the top end of the

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 30

USC Trojans Battling Alabama, LSU for Offensive Line Recruit

The USC Trojans are not wasting any time getting a head start on the 2028 recruiting cycle with four-star offensive lineman Elisha Mueller quickly becoming one of their most important early targets.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 30

Ranking USC Basketball Transfers Who Can Impact the Trojans Immediately

The USC Trojans basketball program needed to put together a strong recruiting and transfer portal after a disappointing season. The Trojans ended 2025-26 with eight straight losses, leading to the restlessness from the fans.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 30

Eagles' Howie Roseman opens up about leapfrogging Steelers to draft Makai Lemon

Pittsburgh Steelers general manager Omar Khan was left with some egg on his face after it was learned that he was on the phone with USC wide receiver Makai Lemon right as the Philadelphia Eagles leapfrogged the Steelers in the 2026 NFL Draft order so that the Eagles could select Lemon.

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USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 29

USC Trojans Transfers Who Will Play the Biggest Roles Next Season

Dreams of playing in the College Football Playoff are on every Trojan fan's mind as USC enters what could be a make-or-break fifth season for coach Lincoln Riley.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 29

USC's Way-Too-Early NCAA Tournament Projection With Expansion Looming

College basketball’s postseason may look different by the time the 2027 NCAA Tournament comes around. According to ESPN’s Pete Thamel, the NCAA has initiated the final steps to expand both the men’s and women’s NCAA Tournament from 68 to 76 teams. Would the USC Trojans land in this field according to the most recent bracketology projections?

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 29

USC Trojans Recruits Turning Heads as Early Enrollees

USC targeted Oaks Christian (Calif.) four-star running back Deshonne Redeaux very early in the recruiting process and made it a priority to keep him in

Jayden Maiava News / USC Trojans on SI / April 29

Jayden Maiava's Biggest Key to Leading USC to the Playoff

USC Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava was eligible to declare for the 2026 NFL Draft but decided to return for one more season under coach Lincoln Riley.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / April 29

USC Fans Will Love What Anthony Jones Said About Running Back Riley Wormley

USC Trojans redshirt freshman running back Riley Wormley suffered a significant knee injury midway through his senior season of high school. The Lone Star State native enrolled early last spring but continued to work his way back during the 2025 season.

USC Trojans News / 5 GOATs / April 29

Report: Mark Sanchez trial for felony battery delayed until July 13

Former quarterback Mark Sanchez won’t face trial for the charge of felony battery and multiple misdemeanors until July 13. According to WRTV, the date was changed from May 28 and it’s now the fourth time the trial date has been moved.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 29

One Underrated Trait in USC Freshman Quarterback Jonas Williams Stands Out

USC coach Lincoln Riley has always been incredibly diligent in the recruiting process when it comes to evaluating the quarterback position. It is always

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / April 29

Lincoln Riley's Three Biggest Priorities for USC After the NFL Draft

Following the 2026 NFL Draft, the USC Trojans have now officially lost several key contributors from last season and have some work to do heading into

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 28

USC's California Recruiting Dominance is Paying Off in Visible Ways

It’s not enough for the USC Trojans to make a big splash in the state of California in one recruiting cycle. It has to become the new normal. After re-establishing itself as the premier recruiting power in its own backyard this past cycle, USC is making waves again in the 2027 cycle. They currently own the No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 29

Alijah Arenas' Return Shifts USC's National Championship Odds

Entering their third season under coach Eric Musselman, the USC Trojans men’s basketball team has the opportunity to be a dangerous team in the Big Ten as star freshman guard Alijah Arenas announced his decision to withdraw from the 2026 NBA Draft and return to Los Angeles.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 28

Three Remaining USC Players Who Will Define the Season After NFL Draft Losses

After losing several players in the 2026 NFL Draft, the USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley are looking ahead to the 2026 season, which could be a crucial one for USC.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / April 27

Alijah Arenas Withdraws From NBA Draft, Returns To USC Trojans For 2026-27 Season

In a whirlwind 24 hours that has USC Trojans fans buzzing, star sophomore guard Alijah Arenas delivered massive good news to the Trojans’ basketball program.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 27

USC Coach Anthony Jones Identifies the Next Step in King Miller’s Growth

USC coach Lincoln Riley spoke very highly of his running back room heading into last season, believing it was his best one yet at Southern Cal. Part of that belief came because of the depth in the room, which included fourth-string walk-on King Miller.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 27

One USC Transfer Who Will Help Ease NFL Draft Losses and One Who Won't

Following the conclusion of the 2026 NFL Draft, the USC Trojans will look at their transfer portal class to fill key holes left on the roster with one transfer who could make an impact, but another who won’t.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 27

What Eagles may want from Pats for Brown after drafting Lemon

What Eagles may want from Patriots for A.J. Brown after drafting Makai Lemon

A report from before the draft said that Brown "likely" will be traded to the Patriots via a deal that won't become official until after June 1 because of Philadelphia's salary-cap situation.

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