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USC Trojans flip 2026 CB Jayden Crowder from Cal Golden Bears

Jayden Crowder, a 3-star cornerback from Rancho Santa Margarita, California, has flipped his commitment from Cal to USC.

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USC’s Makai Lemon Continues to Prove Why He’s the Nation’s Top Receiver

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USC Trojans' Jayden Maiava Surges In Latest Quarterback Rankings

USC Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava has been one of the most efficient and best quarterbacks in the Big Ten this season. As the No. 20 Trojans face off against the No.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / October 16

USC Trojans Add 7th DB To Their 2026 Class After Latest Commitment

The predictions came true as the USC Trojans gained the commitment of former CAL commit Jayden Crowder today! What does this mean for the USC Trojans’ 2026 class and for the defensive backs already committed?

Makai Lemon News / USC Trojans on SI / October 16

USC’s Makai Lemon Continues to Prove Why He’s the Nation’s Top Receiver

USC junior wide receiver Makai Lemon is having the kind of breakout season that is gaining national attention. Pro Football Focus named Lemon its Midseason Biletnikoff Award Winner, recognizing him as the top wide receiver in college football at the halfway mark of the 2025 season.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / October 16

USC's Lincoln Riley Reveals Interesting Opinion on Trojans' Rivalry with Notre Dame

The No. 20 USC Trojans will travel to South Bend to take on the No. 13 Notre Dame Fighting Irish on Saturday, Oct. 18. This is one of the most historic rivalries in college football, but this upcoming matchup is currently the last one scheduled between the two. Lincoln Riley revealed to reporters what he wants to see happen with the rivalry.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / October 15

What Kirk Herbstreit Said About Trust Issues With USC Trojans' Rankings

The No. 20 USC Trojans are coming off a critical win against the Michigan Wolverines. USC coach Lincoln Riley and the Trojans hold a 5-1 record, going 3-1 in Big Ten conference play.

Makai Lemon News / NBC Sports / October 15

Watch: How USC WR Makai Lemon has been a 'superstar playmaker' | Big Ten Film Breakdown

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / October 15

USC Trojans On The Hunt To Flip Another Local Prospect

A large swarm of elite prospects were on hand at the Coliseum on Saturday to witness the USC Trojans whoop up on the Michigan Wolverines. After the game, they added the commitment of the Top JUCO CB in the country, Jakwon Morris.

Lake McRee News / USC Trojans on SI / October 15

USC Trojans Tight End Lake McRee Not Intimidated By Notre Dame Atmosphere

Over this past offseason, the USC Trojans saw an exodus of wide receivers to the transfer portal. As a result, the Trojans have seen an emergence of production from the tight end position this season.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / October 15

Lincoln Riley Shares Big Development In USC Trojans Running Back Room

We spoke with USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley after Tuesday’s practice, and he provided us with some significant injury updates. Both freshmen Harry Dalton and Riley Wormley should be available for Saturday’s game against Notre Dame.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / October 15

USC Coach Lincoln Riley Provides Injury Updates Before Notre Dame

The USC Trojans are dealing with a massive amount of injuries before a rivalry game vs. Notre Dame. USC coach Lincoln Riley addressed injury updates for running backs Riley Wormley, Harry Dalton and Bryan Jackson - plus defensive lineman Floyd Boucard.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / October 14

What Analysts are Saying after USC's Win Over Michigan

After a chaotic week 7 in college football that featured major upsets and coach firings, analysts shifted their focus to ranking the nation’s most underrated, overrated, and rising teams.

King Miller News / USC Trojans on SI / October 14

How USC’s King Miller Stole the Show as Trojans’ New Star Emerges

What began as a personnel crisis turned into a program-defining moment. With both of USC’s top running backs sidelined, walk-on redshirt freshman King Miller was forced into the spotlight against the then-ranked No.

Eli Sanders News / USC Trojans on SI / October 14

USC Trojans Receive More Unfortunate Injury News

The No. 20 USC Trojans backfield has taken some hits in 2025. Fifth-year senior running back Eli Sanders will miss the remainder of the 2025 season after suffering a knee injury in Saturday’s 31–13 win over the Michigan Wolverines, according to CBS Sports’ Matt Zenitz.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / October 14

USC's Lincoln Riley Teases Future Scholarship For Breakout Star King Miller

The USC Trojans picked up a statement win on Saturday, beating the Michigan Wolverines 31-13. Trojans coach Lincoln Riley made his weekly appearance on Trojans Live to discuss his biggest takeaways from the game.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / October 14

USC Trojans Add To Elite Defensive Back Recruiting Class With Latest Commitment

The USC Trojans added one of the best JUCO corners in the 2026 recruiting cycle to their class, giving them another key addition to one of the best defensive back classes in the country.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / October 13

No. 1 JUCO CB Prospect Commits To USC Trojans

While the most important thing for the USC Trojans on Saturday was beating Michigan, some residual benefits came from the win, most notably in recruiting.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / October 13

Inside the Player-Led Push Fixing USC’s Defense and Penalty Woes

The USC Trojans defense had faced plenty of scrutiny over the past couple weeks following a disappointing showing against Illinois in week 5. Level of toughness and ability to execute were put into question after they gave up a season-high 502 yards of offense and 34 points.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / October 13

USC Trojans Fined by Big Ten for Bryan Jackson Availability Report Violation

The USC Trojans have been fined $5,000 by the Big Ten for playing sophomore running back Bryan Jackson in Saturday's 31-13 win over Michigan. Jackson was initially listed as "out" on the final availability report before the game but suited up in the second half.

Jadyn Walker News / USC Trojans on SI / October 13

USC Linebacker Had Revenge Game Vs. Michigan After Wolverines Snub

For USC linebacker Jadyn Walker, Saturday night wasn’t just another game — it was personal. The redshirt freshman from Portage, Michigan, returned to the field for the first time in nearly a month and made his presence felt in a 31–13 win over Michigan.

King Miller News / USC Trojans on SI / October 13

USC Trojans Freshman Running Back Earns Big Ten Honor

The No. 20 USC Trojans 31-13 Big Ten win over the Michigan Wolverines has continued to turn heads – College Football Playoff odds and Heisman Trophy odds to name a few.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 12

USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley sends a powerful message to anyone who is doubting his players from here on out

Entering this week, coming off a bye, USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley dealt with everyone coming for his job based on the way they lost the game to Illinois.

College Football News / Total Apex Sports / October 10

Analyst Puts Pressure On USC Trojans Head Coach Lincoln Riley To Live Up To Massive Contract

When Lincoln Riley was hired by the USC Trojans, the move was seen as a monumental shift in the college football landscape. USC had landed one of the brightest offensive minds in the sport, a coach with a proven track record of producing Heisman Trophy winners and perennial national championship contenders at Oklahoma.

USC Trojans News / A to Z Sports / October 9

Former USC Trojans Heisman quarterback Matt Leinart tells Barstool's Dave Portnoy how he really feels

The USC Trojans are set to play the Michigan Wolverines at home on Saturday. This is a game where unranked USC, coming off a bye week, is looking for an upset over No.

Makai Lemon News / Yardbarker / September 28