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On YouTubeNFL News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / June 22
Former Arizona Cardinals QB Reveals He Was Almost Traded to New York Giants
Former Arizona Cardinals QB Matt Leinart revealed he was nearly traded to the New York Giants back in 2010. Leinart - Arizona's first-round pick and tenth overall selection in the 2006 NFL Draft - didn't quite pan out in the desert, and when appearing on Throwbacks, Leinart walked through the trade talks.
Buffalo Bills News / Pro Football Talk / June 21
Matt Leinart was "so embarrassed" as his career ended after five days with the Bills 
Matt Leinart was a Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback at USC and a Top 10 NFL draft pick, but his pro career didn't amount to much. And he says the way his career ended was particularly tough for him.
Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / June 20
Heisman trophy winner discusses 'embarrassing' NFL ending with Bills
It’s never easy calling it quits in the professional sports world. But especially for someone with legendary status. Matt Leinart is one of the greatest
The 'NFL head coaches' quiz
How many of the 32 NFL head coaches to at the start of the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?
College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / June 20
USC Trojans' Legend Matt Leinart Reacts To 4-Star Recruit Luke Wafle's Commitment To USC
Amid the USC Trojans’ No. 1 ranked 2026 recruiting class, USC Football alum voiced their praise for Lincoln Riley and the Trojans on social media – including
College Football News / Athlon Sports / June 17
‘Haven’t Been Relevant Since Matt Leinart’: Former Oregon Star Rips USC
It’s safe to say Kenjon Barner doesn’t view Lincoln Riley and the USC Trojans very fondly. The former Oregon Ducks running back, who spent eight seasons in the NFL as a journeyman, sounded off on his former Pac-12 rival recently.
College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / June 6
USC Trojans Heisman Trophy Winner Matt Leinart Praises California Recruiting Efforts
The USC Trojans are recruiting with the nation's best programs, and USC's class of 2026 could be one of the best in school history. The 180 from previous years and the first few years of the Lincoln Riley era have been well-mapped out and executed so far, and the future looks bright for that aspect of the program.
USC Legend Blasts Trojans Over Possible End of Notre Dame Rivalry
Did one of the very best to ever play football at USC take to social media to subtly share his thoughts on the likely end of the historic rivalry with Notre Dame?
Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / April 24
Cardinals Draft Bust Apologizes to Fans
As the 2025 NFL Draft looks to get underway later tonight, former Arizona Cardinals draft pick Matt Leinart needed to get something off his chest. "This message is to all the Arizona Cardinals fans," Leinart said in a video posted on social media.
20 head coaches who were successful both the NFL and college football
With Bill Belichick taking over the North Carolina program, we wanted to look back at which coaches have succeeded in both college and the NFL. Here's our list in alphabetical order.
College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / January 18
USC Trojans Legend Matt Leinart Picks Ohio State Buckeyes To Win National Championship
The College Football Playoff National Championship will take place on Monday at 4:30 p.m. PT, as the Notre Dame Fighting Irish take on the Ohio State Buckeyes.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / January 8
Ex-Heisman Trophy winner has interesting suggestion for Raiders’ next head coach
Former Heisman Trophy winner Matt Leinart has an interesting suggestion for the next Las Vegas Raiders’ head coach. The Raiders on Tuesday announced the firing of Antonio Pierce, who had been the team’s head coach this season and led them to a 4-13 record.
College Football News / Pro Football Rumors / January 5
Is there NFL interest in Texas HC Steve Sarkisian?
In a leadup to today’s final regular season games, and in anticipation of the infamous Black Monday to follow, ESPN’s Adam Schefter did a deep dive on some of the latest rumors on the upcoming coaching carousel.
College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / December 31
Matt Leinart After USC Trojans Beat Texas A&M Aggies: Hopeful for Lincoln Riley, USC
The USC Trojans defeated the Texas A&M Aggies 35-31 in the Las Vegas Bowl. Though it looked like the game was over for the Trojans a couple of times, the team battled through until scoring a game-winning touchdown. The Trojans ended the regular season with a 6-6 record.
USC Trojans News / A to Z Sports / November 7
Son of former USC Trojans superstar commits to rising contender in college football
The USC Trojans have some of the best history ever when it comes to college football. Now, of course, it's been a while since we have been able to really talk about anything historical with this school, but they truly do have a prestigious football program in Los Angeles.
SMU Mustangs News / Yardbarker / November 6
Cole Leinart, son of Heisman Trophy winner Matt Leinart, commits to SMU
The SMU Mustangs are 8-1 and ranked No. 13 in the country. They're having a great season and that has translated onto the recruiting trail in the form of a big win at quarterback.
Matt Leinart News / Larry Brown Sports / November 6
Son of Heisman Trophy winner announces college commitment
The son of a former Heisman Trophy winner has made his decision on his college commitment.
USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / October 15
USC Trojans Legend Inducted Into Orange Bowl Hall Of Fame
Matt Leinart, the former Heisman Trophy-winning USC Trojans quarterback, has earned yet another honor with his induction into the Orange Bowl Hall of Fame, as announced on October 15th.
Reggie Bush ‘Loved’ Taking Heisman Trophy To Dodger Stadium With Matt Leinart
The Los Angeles Dodgers invited Reggie Bush to throw out the ceremonial first pitch at Dodger Stadium on Friday night, which included a surprise appearance by his former USC Trojans football teammate and close friend Matt Leinart.
USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / May 18, 2024
USC Trojans Family Reunites: Reggie Bush Throws First Pitch to Matt Leinart at Dodgers Game
Can you believe it? Nearly 20 years have passed since Matt Leinart and Reggie Bush were blowing past opponents with the USC Trojans in their 2005 season.
Seattle Seahawks News / 5 GOATs / January 11, 2024
Matt Leinart shares thoughts on Pete Carroll’s coaching career
Pete Carroll‘s time as the head coach of the Seahawks came to an end earlier this week, seemingly signaling the end of his legendary coaching career. Former USC quarterback Matt Leinart, who played for Pete Carroll at USC, recently offered some thoughts on what Carroll accomplished in college football and in the NFL.
College Football News / Yardbarker / August 18, 2023
One-time Heisman-winning QB names top five contenders for 2023 trophy
Can USC quarterback Caleb Williams take the award home again this season? One former Heisman winner thinks so.
College Football News / Yardbarker / December 11, 2022
Matt Leinart thinks Reggie Bush should get his Heisman back
Bush vacated his Heisman Trophy a decade ago after an investigation determined he and his family had received improper benefits, violating NCAA rules.
USC Trojans News / Yardbarker / December 10, 2022
2022 Heisman winner Caleb Williams receives high praise from former USC QBs
Williams became only the third USC quarterback to win the Heisman Trophy on Saturday.
The 25 greatest players in USC football history
One of the most storied college football programs of all time, as a winner of 11 recognized national championships, USC has produced its fair share of gridiron legends.
The 15 strangest college football seasons
It will take a lot to topple this season from being the oddest on record but there have been plenty of seasons that just didn't go as expected.
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