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USC Defense Takes a Hit at Linebacker with Late Transfer Portal Exit

USC Trojans freshman linebacker AJ Tuitele entered the transfer portal on Friday night. The singular portal window officially closed on Friday, Jan. 16.

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USC’s Quarterback Room Following Transfer Portal Shakeup

Jayden Maiava will return to USC for his redshirt senior season. The Trojans quarterback is part of a loaded list of signal-callers returning to college football in 2026 that will assuredly have NFL scouts buzzing in the summer and into the fall. Maiava made strides in his second season with USC coach Lincoln Riley.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 16

USC Trojans Make Early Strides For 2027 Recruits

The USC Trojans have welcomed a majority of the 2026 recruiting class to South Central and now have hit the ground running with the 2027 recruiting class.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 16

USC, Texas A&M Pushing For Five-Star Wide Receiver Recruit

Bradenton (Fla.) IMG Academy wide receiver Eric McFarland has quickly become one of the most closely watched recruits in the country after reclassifying from the class of 2028 to 2027, a move that accelerated both his timeline and national attention.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / January 16

Lincoln Riley Closing In On Coaching Staff Addition

The USC Trojans have made a lot of additions to their team this year. Whether it's from the transfer portal or through the high school ranks, yet it's been a quiet offseason for their coaching staff apart from the departure of defensive coordinator D'Anton Lynn.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 16

USC Trojans' Top Transfer Portal Acquisitions

The USC Trojans enter their fifth season under coach Lincoln Riley with much to look forward to. Aside from the return of a talented offense led by starting quarterback Jayden Maiava and the arrival of the No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 14

USC Trojans' Current NCAA Tournament Projection

In their first game back in Los Angeles following a difficult three-game Midwest road trip to begin the 2026 calendar year, the USC Trojans defeated the Maryland Terrapins 88-71.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 14

Lincoln Riley’s Latest Move Reinforces a USC Strength

USC announced the re-signing of guard Alani Noa on Tuesday. The news comes as a surprise because Noa was not around the week of practice leading up to Alamo Bowl or travel with the team for the game and was listed as out because of undisclosed reasons.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 14

USC Women’s Basketball Faces Defining Five-Game Big Ten Test

For USC coach Lindsay Gottlieb and the Trojans, the margin for error is gone. Starting Thursday, USC Trojans women’s basketball enters the most punishing stretch of its Big Ten schedule, a five-game run that may ultimately define its postseason outlook.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 14

USC Fans Won't Love Injury News From Alijah Arenas

The USC Trojans men's basketball team secured another win over a Big Ten opponent, defeating the Maryland Terrapins in the Galen Center 88-71. USC now moves to 14-3 overall and 3-3 in conference play.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 14

USC Trojans Recruiting Trend Surges With 4-Star Rahzario Edwards

The USC Trojans got their 2027 recruiting class started by landing a commitment from an in-state recruit in four-star cornerback Aaryn Washington. Now, the Trojans are looking to add another in-state recruit into the fold as they ramp up their pursuit of four-star tight end Rahzario Edwards.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 13

USC Trojans' Transfer Portal Class Receives Surprising Ranking

The USC Trojans have not been one of the most active teams in the transfer portal. USC coach Lincoln Riley and the Trojans have received seven portal commitments, compared to 19 outgoing transfers.

College Basketball News / USC Trojans on SI / January 13

USC vs. Maryland: Preview, Prediction, Betting Odds

The USC Trojans return home Tuesday night looking to build momentum and steady itself in Big Ten play. After a narrow overtime road win over the Minnesota Golden Gophers, the Trojans host the struggling Maryland Terrapins as conference standings begin to tighten.

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The 'Last 100-yard playoff rusher by team' quiz

How many of the most recent players to rush for at least 100 yards in a playoff game for each NFL team can you name in five minutes?

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 13

Three USC Recruiting Targets Set to Showcase Skills in Polynesian Bowl

The USC Trojans are in pursuit of three recruits that will be playing in the 2026 Polynesian Bowl on Jan.16; running back Noah Roberts, edge rusher Zyron Forstall, and running back Tyson Robinson.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / January 12

Lincoln Riley's Biggest Winners From Transfer Portal

Following a 9-4 finish in 2025, the No. 16 USC Trojans look to take a major step forward in their fifth season under coach Lincoln Riley. The Trojans, after falling just short of their goal of earning a spot in the College Football Playoff this season, aim to reach the championship stage in 2026.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 12

USC Fans Will Love 4-Star Recruit Aaryn Washington’s Bold Proclamation

The USC Trojans landed a big commitment over the weekend from Mater Dei (Calif.) four-star cornerback Aaryn Washington. The No. 51 overall recruit and No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 11

USC Trojans Recruits Well-Represented in Polynesian Bowl

Ahead of the USC Trojans 2026 early signing class arriving in Los Angeles, plenty of recruits have earned invites to all-star bowl games designed for elite high school football stars.

College Basketball (W) News / USC Trojans on SI / January 11

Former USC Guard Avery Howell Thriving In New Role With Big Ten Rival

Washington Huskies sophomore guard Avery Howell didn’t leave USC because she couldn’t play. Through the first half of the season, the former Trojan guard has emerged as one of the most productive and reliable players in the Big Ten, thriving in an expanded role after transferring to Washington.

Lincoln Riley News / Athlon Sports / January 8

Lincoln Riley Loses Five-Star QB to College Football Transfer Portal

The USC Trojans had a successful bounce-back season in 2025, finishing with a record of 9-4 after going 7-6 in 2024. The team experienced a strong offensive season under head coach Lincoln Riley.

Carlon Jones News / Yardbarker / January 6

Former USC DL a huge portal addition for Arkansas

Arkansas has picked up a huge addition in the transfer portal.

Winners, losers from Day 1 of college football transfer portal

Drew Mestemaker's transfer to Oklahoma State highlights major flaws in college football

The 'College football color teams' quiz

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / January 6

Coen Carr's 18-point effort propels No. 12 Michigan State past USC

Coen Carr scored 18 points and pulled down six rebounds as No. 12 Michigan State rolled to an 80-51 win over USC.

The 'Most men's NCAA Tournament appearances' quiz

College Basketball (W) News / Yardbarker / January 3

No. 4 UCLA women continue to look like national title threats after convincing win over No. 17 USC

It is hard to find another team in women's college basketball that has looked more impressive all season than the fourth-ranked UCLA Bruins.

Lincoln Riley News / Larry Brown Sports / January 1

USC icon goes on profane rant after Trojans' Alamo Bowl loss

A former USC Trojans star had a rather profane response to the team’s Alamo Bowl loss to TCU on Tuesday. USC lost to TCU in overtime 27-24 at the Alamodome

TCU walks off No. 16 USC in OT on wild third-down play to end Alamo Bowl

USC got clowned for losing Alamo Bowl in the most embarrassing fashion

USC WR made one of the craziest catches of the season

Lincoln Riley puts blame directly on Notre Dame for ending historic series with USC

The 25 greatest players in Notre Dame football history

The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz