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Storied Tradition Meets Innovation in USC’s Bloom Football Performance Center

Los Angeles — USC coach Lincoln Riley may have undersold the brilliance of the brand-new $225 million Bloom Football Performance Center. The media got a look at the breathtaking three-story world-class facility on Thursday, August 6 after the university hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony the night before.

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USC Freshman Jadyn Ramos Shares Which Trojans Veterans Influence Him Most

USC redshirt freshman defensive end Jadyn Ramos made noise late in the teams scrimmage inside the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum last August. Ramos was a force coming off the edge, recording multiple sacks in a short period of time.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 7

How Kilian O'Connor's Injury Impacts the USC Trojans Offensive Line

USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley announced the loss of center Kilian O'Connor to a season-ending injury while speaking to the media on Thursday as festivities around the opening of the Bloom Football Performance Center continued.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 7

Inside USC Trojans Brand-New Bloom Football Performance Center

USC officially opened the Bloom Football Performance Center on Wednesday, Aug. 5 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The brand-new 163,000 square foot, three-story, plus basement, state-of-the-art facility marks a new chapter of USC’s proud and storied tradition.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / August 6

USC Surprisingly Trailing Big Ten Rival in Updated Recruiting Ranking

The USC Trojans 2027 recruiting class currently has 14 commitments. Where does ESPN recruiting analyst Craig Haubert rank this class among the best in college football?

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / August 6

Lincoln Riley Speaks Candidly on New Bloom Performance Center

Since the beginning of August, the Trojans have been teasing a look at their new football facility. Following the players' first look and the ribbon-cutting ceremony, the Bloom Football Performance Center has been unveiled to the public.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 6

Tobias Raymond, Christian Pierce Offer Thoughts On New Performance Center

It was a special day for the Trojans football program and the University of Southern California as the new Bloom Football Performance Center officially opened to the public on Thursday.

College Football News / ESPN / August 6

USC loses starting center O'Connor for season

USC center Kilian O'Connor sit out the season after suffering a noncontact leg injury, head coach Lincoln Riley announced Thursday.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 6

USC Trojans Freshman Boobie Feaster Gains Early Fall Camp Buzz

Boobie Feaster was just one of two freshmen from USC Trojans' No. 1 class in the 2026 cycle who enrolled in late May. At the time, the Trojans' new receiver was still just 16 years old. He arrived with a ton of hype after a prolific high school career in the state of Texas.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 6

USC Trojans Announce Opponents For Acrisure Series

For the second time in the last three seasons under coach Eric Musselman, the USC Trojans men’s basketball team is set to compete in the Acrisure Series.

Jide Abasiri News / USC Trojans on SI / August 6

Jide Abasiri Offers Eye-Opening Insight Into USC's Offseason Changes

The USC Trojans are officially five days through fall camp as the program prepares for a season in which they are tasked with facing a top-20 strength of schedule.

Jayden Maiava News / NBC Sports / August 5

Watch: USC quarterback Jayden Maiava: It's my job to 'fulfill' USC's standard | Big Ten on NBC Sports

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 5

Former TCU Star Sends Powerful Message to USC Trojans Linemen About Gary Patterson

Defensive coordinator Gary Patterson is getting acclimated with the words "Fight on" and wearing a headset again. The longtime TCU head coach will soon draw up his first defensive game plan in his new surroundings at USC.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 5

Five-Star Freshman Luke Wafle Generates Buzz From USC Veterans

Luke Wafle arrived at USC with a ton of notoriety. The Trojans five-star defensive end was the No. 1 overall prospect according to Rivals in the 2026 class and one of the biggest recruiting wins in program history. Wafle was the crown jewel of USC's No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 5

USC Quarterback Jayden Maiava Offers Impression of Young Receivers

USC Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava is returning to coach Lincoln Riley's program without two of his top targets from a season ago, but the USC quarterback has been impressed so far by the young group of receivers on the Trojans roster.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 5

USC Linebacker Desman Stephens Sees Growth Under New Defensive Coaching Staff

Desman Stephens wore every hat in high school. He played defensive back, running back, wide receiver and returned kickoffs and punts. When he arrived at USC as a four-star recruit in the 2024 class he transitioned to a full-time linebacker.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / August 5

Lincoln Riley Pulls Back the Curtain on USC Trojans' Linebacker Competition

The USC Trojans enter the 2026 season with one of the most talented and experienced rosters in the country. However, like many teams at this point in the offseason, there are still plenty of questions surrounding coach Lincoln Riley's squad.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 5

USC Coach Anthony Jones Jr. Sheds Light on Trojans Running Back Room

On July 31 USC started their fall camp, which is an earlier start date due to their Week 0 game against San Jose State. Ahead of their fourth practice, the team opened up media availability to the coaches on Aug.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 4

USC Freshman Linebacker Talanoa Ili Draws Glowing Reviews From Trojans Veterans

USC linebacker Deven Bryant vividly remembers being impressed by Talanoa Ili when he was a senior at St. John Bosco and Ili was a freshman at Orange Lutheran. Ili had burst onto the scene, earning first team All-Trinity League honors in a premier conference in Southern California flooded with elite Power Four talent, as a freshman.

Jontez Williams News / USC Trojans on SI / August 4

USC Trojans Transfer Jontez Williams Speaks Candidly on Current and Former Coaches

Iowa State cornerback transfer Jontez Williams showed up to Aug. 3 USC Trojans media day flashing a smile. He's already anticipating a large role while being under the microscope of the Los Angeles sports scene.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 4

USC Coach Mike Ekeler Offers First Impressions of Gary Patterson’s Coaching Style

Following the departure of former defensive coordinator D’Anton Lynn in January, USC coach Lincoln Riley had to act quickly to continue the growth and development of the Trojans’ defense.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 4

Breaking Down What USC Trojans' Coaches Poll Ranking Means

In the newly released USA Today preseason Coaches Poll, the USC Trojans came in at No. 14, starting the year inside the top 15. What does the ranking mean for coach Lincoln Riley and his crew?

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / August 3

Notre Dame, USC announce major news about their rivalry game

The break in the Notre Dame-USC rivalry game will ultimately be short-lived. Both schools announced Monday that their annual football rivalry will resume in 2030.

College Football News / Yardbarker / August 3

Notre Dame, USC announce renewal of storied rivalry

One of the best rivalries in college football is set to be renewed.

Arch Manning's famous last name could be a double-edged sword

Indiana woefully underrepresented in Joel Klatt's best players list

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Big 12 coaches who could be fired — and two who could be hired away

Four college football teams entering a national title-or-bust season

Lincoln Riley News / The Spun / July 29

Lincoln Riley Has Finally Defended His Infamous Brisket Photo

USC football coach Lincoln Riley is finally opening up about his brisket debacle from five years ago. Back in April 2021, Riley shared a photo of brisket for Easter dinner.

Lincoln Riley News / Yardbarker / July 28