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USC's Offensive Recruiting Outlook Heading Into Official Visit Season

USC will begin hosting high school recruits for official visits this weekend. With most of the Trojans 2027 class is assembled, they will only take two to three more recruits in this class, with the third most likely coming in the fall.

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Updated Recruiting Rankings Show a Sudden Shift for USC

The USC Trojans have pulled in 13 verbal commitments with June still ahead in 2026. Nine hold four-stars or five, with Honor Fa'alave-Johnson representing the latter ranking for the 2027 class.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 26

USC Builds Momentum With Four-Star Safety Recruiting Target

Heading into the summer, the USC Trojans' 2028 recruiting class has grown to 78 offerees. Now the Trojans will have a chance to sign a California native to their secondary, which is a position of need.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 26

Key Factor That Favors Texas A&M Over USC in NCAA Regional

The USC Trojans earned a No. 2 seed in the 2026 NCAA Tournament and will head to the College Station Regional, hosted by the Texas A&M Aggies out of

Braylan Shelby News / USC Trojans on SI / May 26

Three Ways Defensive End Braylan Shelby Can Raise NFL Draft Stock

As the USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley enter the 2026 season, defensive end Braylan Shelby could become one of USC’s most important players with his constant progression throughout his collegiate career.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 25

College Station Regional Bracket: Schedule, Preview

The USC Trojans are heading back to the NCAA Tournament, but their path toward Omaha will begin far from home. After just narrowly missing out on hosting a regional of their own, USC now turns its attention to College Station, Texas, where the Trojans will enter postseason play as the No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 25

USC Baseball Heads to SEC Territory After Big Ten Tournament Loss

Unfortunately for the USC Trojans baseball team, they won't get the luxury of playing close to home. The Trojans' walk-off loss to UCLA 7-5 in the Big Ten semifinals spoiled a chance to host a regional, let alone land at Jackie Robinson Stadium in Westwood, California.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 24

USC's College World Series Hopes Take Hit With Regional Hosts Announced

The USC Trojans will not be hosting an opening regional in the 2026 NCAA Tournament. On Sunday evening, the NCAA revealed the 16 sites the regionals. USC missed the cut.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 24

Three Critical Games For USC's Desman Stephens Next Season

Heading into 2026, the USC Trojans have several holes to fill on the defensive side of the ball with several players from last season set to begin their NFL careers.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 24

USC in Big Ten Recruiting Battle for St. John Bosco’s Kingston Fatu

St. John Bosco (Calif.) has about an impressive of a 2029 class that one will find in the country. A stellar group of rising sophomores that will help

Marcelles Williams News / USC Trojans on SI / May 24

USC's Three Games That Could Make or Break Marcelles Williams’ NFL Draft Stock

The 2026 season carries major weight for USC Trojans cornerback Marcelles Williams. After emerging as a full-time starter in the Trojans’ secondary last

USC’s Loss To UCLA Creates New NCAA Tournament Pressure

The USC Trojans baseball team suffered a heartbreaking loss in the seminal of the Big Ten tournament to their rivals, the UCLA Bruins in walk-off fashion. This loss could have a big impact on USC's chances to hosting a regional.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 23

Three Keys for Waymond Jordan to Find Success Next Season

With the USC Trojans preparing for a critical 2026 season under coach Lincoln Riley, one of the more important factors could be establishing a physical and dominant rush attack.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 23

USC's 5-Star Phenom Makes National Freshmen Watch List

The USC Trojans 2026 recruiting class was ranked No. 1 in the country. A big reason for this was the signing of five-star recruit, defensive end Luke Wafle, who will look to make his mark for the Trojans this season as a freshman. Luke Wafle is a 6-6, 265 pound defensive end out of Princeton, New Jersey.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 23

Three Games USC Cannot Afford to Lose Next Season

Heading into the 2026 season, the pressure on coach Lincoln Riley and the USC Trojans appears to be ramping up in a very competitive Big Ten conference.

UCLA Bruins Silence USC's Big Ten Tournament Upset Efforts

After setting the tone for their Big Ten Tournament with a 7-0 shutout win over the Michigan State Spartans on Friday, the No. 25 USC Trojans returned to the diamond looking to secure a spot in the championship game.

Christian Pierce News / USC Trojans on SI / May 23

Three Make-or Break Games for USC Safety Christian Pierce

As the USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley look to secure a spot in the College Football Playoff in 2026, the performance of the defense could be crucial.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 23

USC's Three Candidates to Lead Receiver Room Next Season

Heading into the 2026 season, the USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley appeared to be under a significant amount of pressure to perform at the highest level

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 22

Three Reasons USC Could Make the College Football Playoff Next Season

Heading into the 2026 season, the USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley have an opportunity to make the College Football Playoff for the first time, with

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 22

Terrell Anderson's Case as USC's Next Great NFL Receiver Prospect

The USC Trojans have produced eight NFL Draft caliber wide receivers since the 2020 class. Makai Lemon and Ja'Kobi Lane represent the latest to make the league.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 22

USC Shifts Attention to Next Opponent in Big Ten Tournament Semifinals

The No. 4-seeded USC Trojans shut down the No. 12-seeded Michigan State Spartans 7-0 to open up the Big Ten Tournament in the quarterfinals on Friday. Even a nearly two-hour rain delay couldn't slow the Trojans down, as they dominated from start to finish.

Jayden Maiava News / USC Trojans on SI / May 22

Three Make-or-Break USC Games for Jayden Maiava's NFL Draft Stock

The USC Trojans lucked out during the offseason in learning the NFL Draft fate of Jayden Maiava. He opted to run it back in the land of Troy for one more year.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 22

The Case for Edge Rusher Luke Wafle as USC's Next Breakout Freshman

After graduating a semester early, the USC Trojans' top defensive prospect enrolled in the spring 2026 semester to give himself a head start in this new chapter of his career.

USC Trojans News / Yardbarker / May 19

Lincoln Riley putting pressure on himself and USC Trojans heading into 2026

Lincoln Riley has been the head coach of the USC Trojans since 2022. He's gone 35-18 in that stretch and has had USC in a bowl game in every season.

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College Football News / Yardbarker / May 14

Notre Dame AD Pete Bevacqua shares update on USC rivalry series

The rivalry between Notre Dame and USC won't be played in 2026. With the exception of COVID-19, it's the first time the series isn't being played since World War II.

Michigan football recruit makes blunder while committing to Kyle Whittingham

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