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The No. 21 USC Trojans are 4-0 and climbing up the AP Top 25 Poll, and USC coach Lincoln Riley and his team look like legitimate threats to contend for a Big Ten Championship in 2025.

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USC Trojans Trending For Top Defensive Back Recruit After Visit for Michigan State Win

Several top recruits were in attendance at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum for No. 21 USC’s 45-31 win over Michigan State on Saturday night. The Trojans currently have the No.

College Football News / CFB-HQ on SI / September 22

USC vs. Illinois prediction, odds 2025: Where the experts see an edge

Oddsmakers reveal their early prediction and betting lines as USC hits the road against Illinois in this Week 5 college football game between Big Ten rivals.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 22

USC Trojans Predicted to Play Big 12 Opponent In Latest Bowl Projections After Week 4

The No. 21 USC Trojans are off to a 4-0 start to the 2025 season after beating the Michigan State Spartans 45-31 in their Big Ten home opener on Saturday night.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / September 22

Lincoln Riley Praises USC Trojans' Dual-Threat Performance on Offense

In their second season in the Big Ten, all the pieces appear to be falling into place for USC and coach Lincoln Riley. Improving to 4-0 overall and 2-0

College Football News / SuperWest Sports / September 22

2025 Week 5 Best-in-West College Football Power Rankings

It only takes one game. That’s it. A single result. One eye test. One play. That’s all that’s needed to instantly change the perceptions and the narratives.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 21

Why USC's Top Linebacker Recruit Could Be Future Face of Trojans' Defense

The USC Trojans' 2026 recruiting class features one of the nation’s top linebackers—and a player who could redefine the Trojans’ defense in the Big Ten.

Jayden Maiava News / USC Trojans on SI / September 21

USC Quarterback Jayden Maiava Earns Another Elite Grade After Michigan State Win

USC Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava delivered another standout performance, earning his second elite grade of the season. He completed three of four passes over 20 yards, recorded one big-time throw, and avoided any turnover-worthy plays.

College Football News / LAFB Network / September 21

Old Habits Creep Like A Shadow Against Michigan State, But This Is Not Last Year’s USC Trojans Team

This is not last year’s USC Trojans team. They may have flirted with tendencies from last year and gave faithful fans heart attacks, but this is not last year’s team.

Ja'Kobi Lane News / ESPN / September 21

USC star WR Lane remains sidelined indefinitely

USC star WR Ja'Kobi Lane will remain sidelined indefinitely with what Lincoln Riley described as an "inconclusive" injury.

Makai Lemon News / USC Trojans on SI / September 21

Why Makai Lemon Deserves MVP in USC's Win Over Michigan State

The USC Trojans defeated the Michigan State Spartans by a final score of 45-31 to improve their record this season to 4-0. Makai Lemon was the player of the game for USC..

Jayden Maiava News / USC Trojans on SI / September 21

USC Trojans' Jayden Maiava Continues This Key Streak In Win Over Michigan State

The USC Trojans moved to 4-0 for the third time in four years under coach Lincoln Riley in their 45-31win over Michigan State. USC quarterback Jayden Maiava proved himself to be in the upper echelon of quarterbacks in the Big Ten in the winning effort.

College Football News / LAFB Network / September 21

Scary Injury Sees Player Stretchered To Ambulance Just Before USC Trojans – Michigan State Reaches Half

The USC Trojans and Michigan State Spartans are in the middle of a Big Ten clash at the Coliseum. But just before the end of the first half, Wayne Matthews III went down with what appears to be a severe injury.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / September 21

USC Freshman Phenom Jahkeem Stewart Wows Trojans Fans With Great Defensive Plays

The USC Trojans are hosting the Michigan State Spartans in their Big Ten home opener at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on a beautiful Saturday night

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 20

USC Trojans Star Quarterback Quietly Climbing Up NFL Draft Boards

Jayden Maiava’s rise wasn’t supposed to happen this quickly. Before the season, FOX Sports draft analyst Rob Rang didn’t even include the USC Trojans signal-caller in his preseason top-15 quarterback rankings for the 2026 NFL Draft.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / September 20

UPDATE: USC Trojans Release Official Injury Report, Ja’Kobi Lane Status Revealed

The USC Trojans just released their official injury report ahead of their 8:00 PM PT kickoff against the Michigan State Spartans. Starting wide receiver Ja’Kobi Lane is officially listed as QUESTIONABLE.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / September 20

USC Trojans Injury Update: Wide Receiver Ja'Kobi Lane Questionable vs. Michigan State

USC Trojans running back Bryan Jackson, defensive back Alex Graham and Prophet Brown, receivers Zacharyus Williams and Prince Strachan and kicker Caden Chittenden all missed last Saturday’s contest against Purdue with undisclosed injuries. The Trojans will host Michigan State on Saturday, Sept.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 20

Why USC Trojans Are a Strong Choice to Make Their First-Ever College Football Playoff

As college football competition heats up entering a competitive week 4 of conference matchups and ranked contests, the race for the College Football Playoff is on. While some preseason predictions have shifted since August, the USC Trojans have earned the hopes of college football analysts, especially FOX Sports’ Chris Fallica. The No.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / September 20

USC Trojans Pushing To Flip Elite Texas Longhorns Recruit

The USC Trojans have one of the best recruiting classes for the 2026 cycle, but recruiting never stops for USC coach Lincoln Riley and the Trojans as they begin to shift their attention to 2027.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / September 20

USC Trojans Could Be Without Key Starter Against Michigan State

USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley has decided to wait to give any injury updates until the team releases their injury report just ahead of kickoff. So nothing is going to be confirmed for a few more hours.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 20

USC Aiming To Sign Multiple Recruits From This Rising Southern California Powerhouse

The USC Trojans are ramping up their recruiting effort in the 2027 cycle. Currently sitting with zero commits in the cycle, it's not without a strong effort from the Trojans.

College Football News / Sporting News / September 20

USC’s defensive revival sparks D’Anton Lynn head coaching rumors

USC defensive coordinator D’Anton Lynn has transformed the Trojans’ defense into a powerhouse. Lincoln Riley says Lynn could thrive as a head coach.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / September 19

How To Watch Mater Dei Vs Bishop Gorman And Why USC Trojans Fans Should Care

Tonight’s high school game of the week features a few USC Trojans high-priority commits and prospects. 8th-ranked Mater Dei is taking on the 2nd-ranked Nevada power Bishop Gorman.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / September 19

USC Trojans Massive Visitor List Against Michigan State Continues To Grow

The USC Trojans continue to pull out all the stops in the recruiting department. While Saturday Night’s game against Michigan State is a late one (8:00 PM PT), that didn’t stop USC from inviting a massive number of commits and future recruits to the Coliseum.

Eric Gentry News / Yardbarker / September 19

NFL fans should keep an eye on this USC linebacker

It's never too early to start talking NFL Draft for football fans. Who cares if we're not even three weeks into the 2025 NFL season? Who cares if the college football season is not even a month old yet.

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