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Why Desman Stephens Will Be One of USC Trojans' Most Valuable Players

One of the biggest changes for the USC Trojans' program between 2025 and the upcoming season came on the defensive side of the ball. After former defensive

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Six USC Trojans Freshmen on Offense Whose Stock Has Risen in Fall Camp

USC moved away from fall camp and into Mock Game week with their season opener against San José State on Aug. 29 on the horizon. Here are six freshmen in the Trojans top-ranked recruiting class on offense whose stock has risen this month. Kayden Dixon-Wyatt arrived at USC a polished receiver.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 21

Five USC Trojans Freshmen on Defense Whose Stock Has Risen in Fall Camp

The USC Trojans' No. 1 recruiting class has garnered a ton of attention and rightfully so. It's a special class that became the first non-SEC school to finish atop the rankings in nearly two decades.

RJ Sermons News / USC Trojans on SI / August 21

RJ Sermons Speaks Openly About Being Legacy Connection With USC Trojans

For USC cornerback RJ Sermons, playing for the Trojans has a special meaning. He’s a legacy. Sermons’ dad, Rodney, played running back for USC from 1994-97. “The culture behind this school is everything,” Sermons said.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 21

USC Trojans Recruit Quentin Hale Already Turning Heads in Senior Season

The USC Trojans are gearing up for a week 0 matchup against the San José State Spartans, but USC commit Quentin Hale is already making noise under the Friday-night lights.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 20

Former USC Safety Acknowledged for Impressive NFL Preseason Opener

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Makai Lemon and Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Ja’Kobi Lane were both in action at NFL training camp this week. The two former USC Trojans stars are looking to put the league on notice as rookies.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 20

USC Linebacker Position Battle Takes Interesting Turn After Offseason Additions

Linebacker is one of more intriguing battles for the USC Trojans in fall camp because of the inconsistent play they received at the position last season. Desman Stephens returns after starting all 13 games last season.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / August 20

Lincoln Riley Gets Real On Challenges Of USC Trojans Mock Week

The USC Trojans are in mock week as they continue to prep for their season opener against the San Jose State Spartans on Aug. 29 at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 20

Defensive Lineman Floyd Boucard Speaks Openly on Rising Confidence With USC

Following the USC Trojans' practice on Wednesday, Aug. 19, sophomore defensive tackle Floyd Boucard is coming into year two more confident. During media availability, Boucard shared how he is looking forward to facing an opponent other than his teammates, Alex VanSumeren’s leadership style and big year two plans with Jahkeem Stewart.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 20

USC Trojans’ Local Recruiting Pipeline Comes Into Focus in Fall Camp

As No. 14 USC shifted its focus to in-state recruiting in the 2026 cycle, they made it a priority to rebuild their pipeline with the Trinity League, a conference made up of six elite private schools. It played a major role in the Trojans finishing with the No.

Zuriah Fisher News / USC Trojans on SI / August 20

Defensive End Zuriah Fisher Delivers Honest Evaluation on USC’s Defensive Strides

As the 2026 season grows nearer, the anticipation to see if the USC Trojans can live up to the preseason hype surrounding them is only growing, particularly around the Trojans’ defense.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / August 20

USC Trojans Fall Practice No. 16 Notes And Observations

USC Trojans Practice No. 16 Notes Last on-field viewing day before game week Hot day. Moving week on campus (students back). Parking sparse. Final full viewing access of USC Trojans fall camp — next week shifts to press-conference only.

Prophet Brown News / USC Trojans on SI / August 19

USC Defensive Back Prophet Brown Gives Unfiltered Take on Gary Patterson's Defense

USC Trojans cornerback Prophet Brown is looking to expand his role heading into the 2026 season after an injury forced him to miss almost all of 2025, and he also had the opportunity to start fresh with new defensive coordinator Gary Patterson.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 19

USC Trojans Recruits Featured Across Southern California High School Games This Fall

Last season, as USC made drastic changes to its recruiting approach, which included reestablishing themselves as the preeminent recruiting force in California, the high school season had an old school feel.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 19

Returning USC Trojans Who are Surging in Fall Camp

USC’s freshman class has garnered a ton of attention since their arrival at the beginning of the year, but the Trojans do return a large number of players returning from last season, who have raised their level of play.

Tobias Raymond News / USC Trojans on SI / August 19

Offensive Lineman Tobias Raymond Offers First Impression of USC Trojans' New Facility

Following the practice of Aug, 18, veteran offensive lineman Tobias Raymond gave updates on his preparation to play center, how mock game week is going at the new facility and daily battles with the defensive line.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / August 19

Lincoln Riley's Offers Exciting Take on USC Trojans Defensive Tackle Depth

For the USC Trojans to have success in the Big Ten is to win in the trenches. Fans don't want to see repeats of how Illinois, Notre Dame and Oregon pummeled USC at the line of scrimmage.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / August 19

USC Trojans Gaining Veteran Leadership from Two Key Big Ten Transfers

The addition of defensive lineman Alex VanSumeren and tight end Tucker Ashcraft in the transfer portal didn’t necessarily generate headlines for USC.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / August 19

USC Trojans' First Quarterback Matchup Set With San Jose State Naming Starter

The USC Trojans spent the early portion of fall camp preparing for an unknown quarterback. All coach Lincoln Riley and defensive coordinator Gary Patterson knew was that San Jose State was bringing a vaunted Spread-N-Shred attack for the Aug.

Jayden Maiava News / USC Trojans on SI / August 19

USC Quarterback Jayden Maiava Identifies Biggest Trash Talker on Trojans Defense

USC Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava spoke to the media after Tuesday's practice, and he revealed that USC star defensive lineman Jahkeem Stewart is the biggest trash talker on the team.

College Football News / EssentiallySports / August 19

'Can’t Convince Me': Colin Cowherd Declares Lincoln Riley’s Grim Fate as Urban Meyer Issues USC Ultimatum

Lincoln Riley enters his fifth season at USC with a team that could finally give him the kind of season everyone expected when he arrived in Los Angeles.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 19

Lincoln Riley Speaks Candidly on USC's Backup Quarterback Question Behind Jayden Maiava

Arguably one of the biggest advantages the USC Trojans have heading into the 2026 season is an experienced quarterback at the helm in Jayden Maiava. Maiava enters the season with enormous pressure to help lead the Trojans to the College Football Playoff while also preparing himself for the NFL Draft.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / August 19

USC Trojans Fall Practice No. 15 Notes And Observations

USC Trojans Practice No. 15 Notes Intensity rising • 11 days until kickoff Practice 15 of fall camp is in the books. USC Trojans season opener is Saturday, August 29 vs.

College Football News / Yardbarker / August 3