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USC Trojans' Transfer Portal Class Receives Surprising Ranking

The USC Trojans have not been one of the most active teams in the transfer portal. USC coach Lincoln Riley and the Trojans have received seven portal commitments, compared to 19 outgoing transfers.

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USC vs. Maryland: Preview, Prediction, Betting Odds

The USC Trojans return home Tuesday night looking to build momentum and steady itself in Big Ten play. After a narrow overtime road win over the Minnesota Golden Gophers, the Trojans host the struggling Maryland Terrapins as conference standings begin to tighten.

USC Trojans News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Last 100-yard playoff rusher by team' quiz

How many of the most recent players to rush for at least 100 yards in a playoff game for each NFL team can you name in five minutes?

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 13

Three USC Recruiting Targets Set to Showcase Skills in Polynesian Bowl

The USC Trojans are in pursuit of three recruits that will be playing in the 2026 Polynesian Bowl on Jan.16; running back Noah Roberts, edge rusher Zyron Forstall, and running back Tyson Robinson.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 12

Lincoln Riley's Biggest Winners From Transfer Portal

Following a 9-4 finish in 2025, the No. 16 USC Trojans look to take a major step forward in their fifth season under coach Lincoln Riley. The Trojans, after falling just short of their goal of earning a spot in the College Football Playoff this season, aim to reach the championship stage in 2026.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 12

USC Fans Will Love 4-Star Recruit Aaryn Washington’s Bold Proclamation

The USC Trojans landed a big commitment over the weekend from Mater Dei (Calif.) four-star cornerback Aaryn Washington. The No. 51 overall recruit and No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 11

Which Returning USC Freshmen Made The Biggest Impact This Season

With the 2026 class officially enrolling on campus this week, let’s take a look back at which returning freshman had the biggest impact for the USC Trojans

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 11

USC Trojans Recruits Steal the Show at Navy All-American Bowl

The USC Trojans' No. 1 ranked recruiting class was well-presented this week in San Antonio for the Navy All-American Bowl. But the Trojans just didn’t have the most signees at the prestigious high school All-Star game, they stole the show the entire week, led by five-star edge Luke Wafle.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 11

What's Next For USC After Husan Longstreet's Transfer Portal Announcement

When he first arrived on campus, USC fans were excited and optimistic about the future of Corona, California, native quarterback Husan Longstreet. Those dreams, however, were shattered on Thursday as Longstreet decided to enter the transfer portal.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 10

USC Trojans' Recruiting, Transfer Portal Additions Poised For Immediate Impact

The USC Trojans have positioned themselves to become one of the stronger teams in college football next season, based off their 2026 recruiting class and their incoming transfers from the transfer portal.

USC Women’s Basketball vs. Minnesota: Preview, Prediction

No. 21 USC Trojans women’s basketball heads back on the road Sunday afternoon searching for a response. After back-to-back losses for the first time in nearly a year, USC travels to Minneapolis for its first-ever game at Williams Arena, facing the Minnesota Golden Gophers in an early Big Ten matchup that carries real urgency.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 10

USC Star Ja’Kobi Lane Training with Former Pro Receiver Ahead of NFL Draft

NFL Draft season will be here before you know it, and USC Trojans receiver Ja’Kobi Lane is preparing to improve his stock. Lane is down in Huntington Beach to train with former NFL receiver and current Santa Margarita (Calif.) receivers coach TJ Houshmandzadeh.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 10

USC Trojans Land Commitment from Mater Dei 4-Star Recruit

The USC Trojans have landed its first commit in the 2027 class in Mater Dei (Calif.) four-star cornerback Aaryn Washington, he announced at the Navy All-American Bowl on Saturday. Washington chose his hometown school over offers from Alabama, Ohio State, Nebraska, and Washington.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 10

USC Trojans Trending For Navy All-American Bowl Recruit

The Navy All-American Bowl will take place on Saturday, Jan. 10, and several top recruits will announce their commitments. The USC Trojans are pushing to kick off their 2027 recruiting class, and could earn their first commitment over the weekend.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 10

USC Star JuJu Watkins Receives Impressive Honor From Sierra Canyon

Some players rise to the moment, and others are built for it. USC Trojans junior star guard JuJu Watkins has lived her basketball life in front of cameras, packed gyms, and national audiences and Friday night provided another reminder why.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 9

USC Trojans Lose Five-Star Quarterback To Transfer Portal

The USC Trojans will be losing both quarterback Husan Longstreet and defensive back Kevin Longstreet to the transfer portal this offseason. Husan intends to enter the portal per his Instagram story while Kevin has committed to the New Mexico Lobos. Husan Longstreet was one of USC’s highest rated recruits in the class of 2025.

Lincoln Riley News / Athlon Sports / January 8

Lincoln Riley Loses Five-Star QB to College Football Transfer Portal

The USC Trojans had a successful bounce-back season in 2025, finishing with a record of 9-4 after going 7-6 in 2024. The team experienced a strong offensive season under head coach Lincoln Riley.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 8

USC Recruits Turning Heads at Navy All-American Bowl

The USC Trojans are well represented in San Antonio this week for the Navy All-American Bowl. Seven members from the Trojans No. 1 ranked class in the

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 8

USC Trojans' Recruiting Success Validated By High School All-American Honors

MaxPreps released its high school All-American teams for the 2025 season, which featured seven USC Trojans signees from its No. 1 ranked class in the 2026

Carlon Jones News / Yardbarker / January 6

Former USC DL a huge portal addition for Arkansas

Arkansas has picked up a huge addition in the transfer portal.

Winners, losers from Day 1 of college football transfer portal

Drew Mestemaker's transfer to Oklahoma State highlights major flaws in college football

The 'College football color teams' quiz

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / January 6

Coen Carr's 18-point effort propels No. 12 Michigan State past USC

Coen Carr scored 18 points and pulled down six rebounds as No. 12 Michigan State rolled to an 80-51 win over USC.

The 'Most men's NCAA Tournament appearances' quiz

College Basketball (W) News / Yardbarker / January 3

No. 4 UCLA women continue to look like national title threats after convincing win over No. 17 USC

It is hard to find another team in women's college basketball that has looked more impressive all season than the fourth-ranked UCLA Bruins.

Lincoln Riley News / Larry Brown Sports / January 1

USC icon goes on profane rant after Trojans' Alamo Bowl loss

A former USC Trojans star had a rather profane response to the team’s Alamo Bowl loss to TCU on Tuesday. USC lost to TCU in overtime 27-24 at the Alamodome

TCU walks off No. 16 USC in OT on wild third-down play to end Alamo Bowl

USC got clowned for losing Alamo Bowl in the most embarrassing fashion

USC WR made one of the craziest catches of the season

Lincoln Riley puts blame directly on Notre Dame for ending historic series with USC

The 25 greatest players in Notre Dame football history

The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz

College Football News / Yardbarker / December 31

TCU walks off No. 16 USC in OT on wild third-down play to end Alamo Bowl

The TCU Horned Frogs pulled off one of the greatest plays of this bowl season.

Lincoln Riley blames Notre Dame for ending historic series with USC

Illinois staves off Tennessee on walk-off field goal to win Music City Bowl

Nick Saban offers interesting insight on Ohio State HC Ryan Day calling plays

Paul Finebaum lays out the 'recipe' for No. 10 Miami to upset No. 2 Ohio State

Trinidad Chambliss has bigger concerns than talking to Lane Kiffin

Ranking the head coaches ahead of CFP quarterfinal games

USC Trojans News / Larry Brown Sports / December 22

USC is ending one of its most iconic rivalry games

The USC Trojans are reportedly responsible for putting an end to one of their most enduring rivalry games. USC’s annual game against Notre Dame, which has been played nearly uninterrupted since 1926, will not be played for at least the next two years.