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Jayden Maiava Doesn't Hold Back on General Manager Chad Bowden's USC Impact

CHICAGO — The temperature around the USC Trojans' football program changed drastically when they pulled Chad Bowden away from Notre Dame in January of last year. The move brought Southern Cal into the current climate of college football.

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Jayden Maiava, USC embracing high expectations in Lincoln Riley’s 5th season

The expectations are not new for Lincoln Riley or USC. He faced them as a first-time head coach at Oklahoma before arriving at Southern California, and the Trojans have faced them nearly every year for generations.

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.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 29

USC Fall Football Practice Schedule Released: Everything Fans Need to Know

The 2026 college football season is fast approaching, which means teams are gearing up for the start of fall camp. USC will officially start practice on Friday, July 31.

Jide Abasiri News / USC Trojans on SI / July 29

Everything USC Defensive Lineman Jide Abasiri Said at Big Ten Media Days

The USC Trojans walked into Hilton Chicago with one changed defender in tow. While coach Lincoln Riley and quarterback Jayden Maiava became the star attractions for 2026 Big Ten Media Days on July 28, defensive lineman Jide Abasiri drew eyes and ears too.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 29

USC’s Jayden Maiava Pulls Back the Curtain on Relationship With Lincoln Riley

2026 Big Ten Football Media Days got underway on Tuesday. One of the team members from USC Trojans that was there was quarterback Jayden Maiava. He opened up about the relationship between him and USC coach Lincoln Riley.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 28

USC Trojans, Big Ten Powers Pushing for Four-Star Linebacker Recruit Landon Miller

In the 2028 recruiting cycle, Southern Cal has been in the running for four-star linebacker Landon Miller. The rising junior currently has 18 offers and could be expecting more as he is in discussions with other programs, per On3/Rivals.

USC Trojans News / Yardbarker / July 28

Lincoln Riley setting the bar for USC in 2026: 'I want the eyes on our program'

Lincoln Riley feels his experience as a college football coach can uniquely help the USC Trojans traverse their 2026 season.

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USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 28

Alijah Arenas Makes USC Trojans History in Latest NBA Draft Projection

The USC Trojans have not had a player selected in the NBA Draft since 2024. That looks like it could be changing when the 2027 draft comes around next June. NBADraft.net revealed an early 2027 NBA Mock Draft.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 28

Six Intriguing USC Freshmen on Offense Heading Into Fall Camp

USC has an impressive freshman class that is set to take part in fall camp, but the focus of this article will not be on freshmen that are widely expected to be starters or have a significant role in the offense from day one. So, no tight end Mark Bowman or receivers Trent Mosley, Kayden Dixon-Wyatt and Boobie Feaster.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / July 28

Previewing appearance of USC Trojans, Lincoln Riley at Big Ten Media Days

The highly anticipated 2026 college football season is rapidly approaching, but before fall camp begins, the Big Ten is hosting its annual Media Days beginning Tuesday, July 28, in Chicago, Illinois.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 27

Biggest USC Trojans Storylines at Big Ten Media Days

Big Ten Media Days in Chicago, Illinois, have arrived, and the USC Trojans are set to take the stage on Tuesday, July 28. Eyes are always on USC but more so this year than ever before because of the pressure surrounding coach Lincoln Riley heading into his fifth season at the helm and the signing of the No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 27

USC Trojans Stars Turn Heads With Preseason All Big-Ten Team Mentions

The USC Trojans enter the 2026 season with an explosive offense and are primed to be one of the Big Ten’s top teams. While the top preseason contenders

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / July 27

Why USC Trojans Receiver Tanook Hines' Impressive Grade Is Only the Beginning

The Big Ten is loaded with talent at the receiver position. Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith headlines the big names, which also includes Indiana’s Charlie Becker, Rutgers’ KJ Duff and Oregon’s Dakorien Moore, just to name a few. USC’s Tanook Hines is the 10th highest-graded returning receiver in the conference according to Pro Football Focus.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 27

USC Trojans Projected Week 1 Starting Defensive Lineup Before Camp Begins

They say that defense wins championships, and while the USC Trojans’ high-powered offense will be the main focus, it's their defense that could make the ultimate difference in the team’s College Football Playoff aspirations.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 26

Five USC Trojans Newcomers Who Appear Primed for Immediate Impact on Defense

Does USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley have a defense that can complement his high-powered offenses? It’s the question that has surrounded Riley for almost

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 27

USC's Surprising Average Roster Age Ranking in Big Ten

The USC Trojans roster for the 2026 college football season is loaded with talent. However, it’s one of the youngest teams in the whole country. According to RotoWire, USC has the youngest average roster age in the Big Ten.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 26

USC Trojans Offensive Playmakers Snubbed by National Ranking

Coming out of the spring session, USC has 11 receivers on the roster but only two with true in-game experience. In the fall there will be a few more freshmen from the 2026 recruiting class joining the receiver room yet the position group is one of the Trojans’ biggest question marks heading into the upcoming season.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 26

Three USC Trojans Defensive Back Recruits Flying Under the Radar

The USC Trojans have lured in nine new defensive backs in both the 2026 and 2027 recruiting cycle. Six have signed already with four-star signing for the former class Elbert Hill IV making early noise at cornerback.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 26

USC Trojans Building Momentum to Extend Mater Dei Recruiting Pipeline

USC made waves in the 2026 recruiting class when they signed four blue-chip prospects from Mater Dei (Calif.), a national powerhouse located less than an hour away from campus.