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USC's Season Could Impact Lincoln Riley's Future With the Trojans

USC's Season Could Impact Lincoln Riley's Future With the Trojans

USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley enters the season with high expectations thanks to the arrival of the No. 1 recruiting class and several top returning players, including starting quarterback Jayden Maiava.

Gilbert Arenas News / Larry Brown Sports / March 2
Gilbert Arenas is not happy with USC basketball

Gilbert Arenas is not happy with USC basketball

Gilbert Arenas is not happy with USC’s basketball program, which could call his son’s future into question. Arenas was sharply critical of the Trojans over the departure of guard Chad Baker-Mazara over the weekend.

Makai Lemon News / USC Trojans on SI / March 2
Inside USC Trojans Receiver Makai Lemon Quiet Approach to Greatness

Inside USC Trojans Receiver Makai Lemon Quiet Approach to Greatness

USC Trojans receiver Makai Lemon has generated a ton of buzz coming out of the NFL Scouting Combine because of his “demeanor” when he spoke at the podium or how his personality came off.

Makai Lemon News / Larry Brown Sports / March 2
NFL teams concerned by USC wide receiver’s bizarre draft combine interviews

NFL teams concerned by USC wide receiver’s bizarre draft combine interviews

Projected first-round pick Makai Lemon reportedly damaged his draft stock significantly after teams heard him speak at the NFL draft combine. The USC wide receiver was the talk of the combine for the wrong reasons.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 1
Bubble Teams' Performance Heavily Impacting USC's NCAA Tournament Hopes

Bubble Teams' Performance Heavily Impacting USC's NCAA Tournament Hopes

The USC Trojans’ NCAA Tournament chances continue to plummet. USC entered their home game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers as one of the first teams out of the projected field.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / March 1
Bizarre Chad Baker-Mazara news may burst USC's March Madness bubble

Bizarre Chad Baker-Mazara news may burst USC's March Madness bubble

The USC Trojans' slim chances of making the NCAA Tournament just became even thinner.

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USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 1
USC Trojans Make Stunning Chad Baker-Mazara Announcement

USC Trojans Make Stunning Chad Baker-Mazara Announcement

Just when USC fans thought things couldn’t get worse amid a five-game losing streak, the Tojans announced that star guard and team-leading scorer Chad Baker-Mazara is no longer a member of the men’s basketball program.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / March 1
Potential Playoff Path for USC Trojans, Lincoln Riley

Potential Playoff Path for USC Trojans, Lincoln Riley

The USC Trojans have completed their 2026 schedule with the recent addition of San Jose State as their week 0 opponent, which comes as a result of the pause in the rivalry with Notre Dame.

Makai Lemon News / USC Trojans on SI / March 1
Next Steps for USC’s Makai Lemon, Ja’Kobi Lane After NFL Scouting Combine

Next Steps for USC’s Makai Lemon, Ja’Kobi Lane After NFL Scouting Combine

The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine has come and gone for the USC Trojans star receivers Makai Lemon and Ja’Kobi Lane.  The two generated plenty of buzz coming into and out of the combine this past week.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 1
Six Intriguing Freshmen for USC Trojans This Spring

Six Intriguing Freshmen for USC Trojans This Spring

The USC Trojans signed a massive recruiting class in December, a majority of which are set to begin spring practice on Tuesday, March 3.  It’s an exceptional group of freshman.

College Basketball News / USC Trojans on SI / March 1
USC's Updated NCAA Tournament Projection Following Fifth Straight Loss

USC's Updated NCAA Tournament Projection Following Fifth Straight Loss

The late-season misery continues for the USC Trojans, as they suffered their fifth straight loss on Saturday at the Galen Center. With their NCAA Tournament

Makai Lemon News / USC Trojans on SI / February 28
USC Trojans Receivers Still Feeling the Impacts Ja'Kobi Lane, Makai Lemon

USC Trojans Receivers Still Feeling the Impacts Ja'Kobi Lane, Makai Lemon

When Ja’Kobi Lane was limited the first couple of weeks of fall camp as he recovered from a broken foot, he essentially served as an extra receivers coach.

USC Trojans News / The SportsRush / February 28

'Allegations Are Not Evidence': Mark Sanchez’s Attorney Responds to Reports of Ex-QB Being Under Cocaine, Fentanyl Influence During Hotel Brawl

It appears the legal situation surrounding Mark Sanchez continues to grow more complicated following a violent altercation outside an Indianapolis hotel in early October.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / February 27
Biggest Takeaways from Bishop Fitzgerald's NFL Combine Performance

Biggest Takeaways from Bishop Fitzgerald's NFL Combine Performance

Former USC Trojans safety Bishop Fitzgerald had the slowest 40-yard dash time of the safeties that ran at the NFL Combine with an official 4.55 seconds, but he stood out in the position-specific drills.

Makai Lemon News / USC Trojans on SI / February 27
Ja'Kobi Lane Breaks Down Relationship with Makai Lemon at the NFL Combine

Ja'Kobi Lane Breaks Down Relationship with Makai Lemon at the NFL Combine

During the NFL Scouting Combine, USC Trojans wide receiver Ja’Kobi Lane took the podium and broke down his relationship with teammate Makai Lemon over the past three years.

Lake McRee News / USC Trojans on SI / February 27
Lake McRee Opens Up About Decision to Stay With USC Trojans

Lake McRee Opens Up About Decision to Stay With USC Trojans

In the transfer portal and NIL era, staying at one school has become a rarity. Especially for a player such as USC Trojans tight end Lake McRee, who spent all five of his collegiate seasons wearing the Cardinal and Gold.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / February 26
USC Star Safety Bishop Fitzgerald Opens Up About JUCO Journey At NFL Combine

USC Star Safety Bishop Fitzgerald Opens Up About JUCO Journey At NFL Combine

Former USC safety Bishop Fitzgerald stood at the podium on Thursday at the 2026 NFL Combine, and he reflected on his journey from the JUCO ranks to becoming a First-Team All-American at USC.

Eric Gentry News / USC Trojans on SI / February 26
Eric Gentry Turns Heads With Official NFL Combine Measurements

Eric Gentry Turns Heads With Official NFL Combine Measurements

Former USC Trojans linebacker Eric Gentry is at the NFL Scouting Combine, set to participate in linebacker position drills as well as athletic tests like the 40-yard dash.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / February 26
USC Trojans Surge Into Top 6 For Four-Star Tight End Mason Oglesby

USC Trojans Surge Into Top 6 For Four-Star Tight End Mason Oglesby

In a promising development for the USC Trojans‘ 2027 recruiting class, the Trojans have secured a spot in the top six schools for highly touted four-star tight end Mason Oglesby.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / February 26
Former USC Trojans at the NFL Combine

Former USC Trojans at the NFL Combine

With drills at the NFL Combine starting on Thursday, Feb. 26, all eyes will be on the top prospects of the 2026 NFL Draft class. Seven former USC Trojans were invited to participate, and their schedules are determined by their position group.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / February 26
USC Trojans Recruiting Target Danny Lang Reveals Official Visit Plans

USC Trojans Recruiting Target Danny Lang Reveals Official Visit Plans

Four-star defensive back Danny Lang is one of the top prospects in the 2027 recruiting class, and he has scheduled official visits with three programs, including the USC Trojans.

Jayden Maiava News / USC Trojans on SI / February 25
Key Returning USC Trojans Besides Quarterback Jayden Maiava

Key Returning USC Trojans Besides Quarterback Jayden Maiava

The 2026 season could be a program-defining season for the USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley. Following a 9-4 overall record in 2025, which featured

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / February 25
USC Adds Familiar Non-Conference Opponent to Round Out Season Schedule

USC Adds Familiar Non-Conference Opponent to Round Out Season Schedule

The USC Trojans have announced who their 12th opponent for the 2026 college football season will be. USC will be taking on the San Jose State Spartans instead of having their annual rivalry game against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish.  USC and San Jose State will kick off their 2026 seasons’ in Week 0 on Saturday Aug.

Ja'Kobi Lane News / College Sports Only / February 23
USC WR Accuses Recruit Of Theft On Official Visit

USC WR Accuses Recruit Of Theft On Official Visit

A theft has shaken up the college football world. USC wide receiver Ja’Kobi Lane alleges that a recruit stole items from his locker during a visit. Brawley Tuitupou, a three-star recruit out of Utah, has potentially ruined his college prospects before even appearing in a college football game.

USC Trojans News / Yardbarker / February 19
Four candidates who could headline NFL coaching carousel in 2027

Four candidates who could headline NFL coaching carousel in 2027

While new names will always be in contention, there are plenty of experienced coaches ready to return to a head role.

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Lincoln Riley News / Yardbarker / February 3
Lincoln Riley takes a shot at SEC while discussing NIL era

Lincoln Riley takes a shot at SEC while discussing the NIL era of college football

NIL and the transfer portal have seemingly evened out the competitive landscape of college football.  That's something USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley recently alluded to while taking a veiled shot at the SEC in the process.

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