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USC’s Recruiting Staff Loses Key Member to Big Ten Foe

The USC Trojans recruiting staff took a hit with the news that director of recruiting strategy Skylar Phan would be joining the Michigan Wolverines. USC is coming off landing the No.

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USC Trojans Welcome Surprise Visitor at Spring Practice

The USC Trojans have kicked off spring practice, and wide receiver Ja’Kobi Lane made a return to campus in Southern California. Lane spent three seasons with the USC Trojans before declaring for the 2026 NFL Draft, and recently participated in the scouting combine.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 4

USC Trojans Baseball Opens Season With Historic Winning Streak

The USC Trojans baseball team is one of the hottest teams in college baseball to start the 2026 season. Following Tuesday’s 6-4 win over the UC Irvine

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 4

USC Fans Will Love This Early Playoff Prediction for the Trojans

Despite being one of the most storied programs in college football, the USC Trojans have yet to reach the College Football Playoff. That missing milestone has left Trojan fans frustrated and raised questions surrounding the future of coach Lincoln Riley at USC.

King Miller News / USC Trojans on SI / March 4

USC Running Back King Miller Turning the Page After Breakout Season

After a slew of injuries ravaged the USC Trojans running back room by the halfway point of the season, they turned to fourth-string walk-on King Miller. Miller was a pivotal fixture in the Trojans offense down the stretch and emerged as one the top backs in the Big Ten, rushing for 972 yards on 156 carries and eight touchdowns.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 2

USC Reveals Jersey Numbers For Incoming Recruiting Class

The USC Trojans are bringing in the top ranked recruiting class for 2026. The jersey numbers and measurements for each of these recruits that are early enrollees were revealed on the Trojans team site. USC’s 2026 recruiting class is ranked No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 2

USC Trojans Counting on Continued Development at Key Defensive Position

A dominant defensive front can upgrade an entire defense, and it all starts in the interior. They can create chaos for offenses in both the run and pass game. For the USC Trojans, their interior defensive line room is a great combination of highly touted recruits to returning veterans.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 2

USC Trojans Battling Oregon for Four-Star Cornerback Recruit

Four-star cornerback Danny Lang is one of the most sought-after California recruits and a big target for the USC Trojans. Ahead of his official visits, the Oregon Ducks are a big competitor for USC in their pursuit of Lang.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / March 2

USC's Season Could Impact Lincoln Riley's Future With the Trojans

USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley enters the season with high expectations thanks to the arrival of the No. 1 recruiting class and several top returning players, including starting quarterback Jayden Maiava.

Gilbert Arenas News / Larry Brown Sports / March 2

Gilbert Arenas is not happy with USC basketball

Gilbert Arenas is not happy with USC’s basketball program, which could call his son’s future into question. Arenas was sharply critical of the Trojans over the departure of guard Chad Baker-Mazara over the weekend.

USC Basketball Player’s Marathon Career Finally Comes To An End

After going through five schools in six seasons of college basketball, Chad Baker-Mazara’s wild collegiate career suddenly ended with a bizarre injury and an announcement that the guard had left the program.

Makai Lemon News / USC Trojans on SI / March 2

Inside USC Trojans Receiver Makai Lemon Quiet Approach to Greatness

USC Trojans receiver Makai Lemon has generated a ton of buzz coming out of the NFL Scouting Combine because of his “demeanor” when he spoke at the podium or how his personality came off.

Makai Lemon News / Larry Brown Sports / March 2

NFL teams concerned by USC wide receiver’s bizarre draft combine interviews

Projected first-round pick Makai Lemon reportedly damaged his draft stock significantly after teams heard him speak at the NFL draft combine. The USC wide receiver was the talk of the combine for the wrong reasons.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 1

Bubble Teams' Performance Heavily Impacting USC's NCAA Tournament Hopes

The USC Trojans’ NCAA Tournament chances continue to plummet. USC entered their home game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers as one of the first teams out of the projected field.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / March 1

Bizarre Chad Baker-Mazara news may burst USC's March Madness bubble

The USC Trojans' slim chances of making the NCAA Tournament just became even thinner.

Ohio State upsets No. 8 Purdue to bolster NCAA tourney hopes

No. 13 Michigan State extends winning streak over sliding Indiana

No. 13 Michigan State boosts resume with rare win at No. 8 Purdue

No. 1 Duke in a class of its own after win over No. 11 Virginia

Miami (Ohio) stays undefeated with buzzer-beating win

Will UConn women win it all after completing perfect regular season?

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 1

USC Trojans Make Stunning Chad Baker-Mazara Announcement

Just when USC fans thought things couldn’t get worse amid a five-game losing streak, the Tojans announced that star guard and team-leading scorer Chad Baker-Mazara is no longer a member of the men’s basketball program.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / March 1

Potential Playoff Path for USC Trojans, Lincoln Riley

The USC Trojans have completed their 2026 schedule with the recent addition of San Jose State as their week 0 opponent, which comes as a result of the pause in the rivalry with Notre Dame.

Makai Lemon News / USC Trojans on SI / March 1

Next Steps for USC’s Makai Lemon, Ja’Kobi Lane After NFL Scouting Combine

The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine has come and gone for the USC Trojans star receivers Makai Lemon and Ja’Kobi Lane. The two generated plenty of buzz coming into and out of the combine this past week.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 1

Six Intriguing Freshmen for USC Trojans This Spring

The USC Trojans signed a massive recruiting class in December, a majority of which are set to begin spring practice on Tuesday, March 3. It’s an exceptional group of freshman.

College Basketball News / USC Trojans on SI / March 1

USC's Updated NCAA Tournament Projection Following Fifth Straight Loss

The late-season misery continues for the USC Trojans, as they suffered their fifth straight loss on Saturday at the Galen Center. With their NCAA Tournament

USC Trojans News / The SportsRush / February 28

'Allegations Are Not Evidence': Mark Sanchez’s Attorney Responds to Reports of Ex-QB Being Under Cocaine, Fentanyl Influence During Hotel Brawl

It appears the legal situation surrounding Mark Sanchez continues to grow more complicated following a violent altercation outside an Indianapolis hotel in early October.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / February 26

USC Trojans Surge Into Top 6 For Four-Star Tight End Mason Oglesby

In a promising development for the USC Trojans‘ 2027 recruiting class, the Trojans have secured a spot in the top six schools for highly touted four-star tight end Mason Oglesby.

Ja'Kobi Lane News / College Sports Only / February 23

USC WR Accuses Recruit Of Theft On Official Visit

A theft has shaken up the college football world. USC wide receiver Ja’Kobi Lane alleges that a recruit stole items from his locker during a visit. Brawley Tuitupou, a three-star recruit out of Utah, has potentially ruined his college prospects before even appearing in a college football game.

USC Trojans News / Yardbarker / February 19

Four candidates who could headline NFL coaching carousel in 2027

While new names will always be in contention, there are plenty of experienced coaches ready to return to a head role.

NFL insider sends warning to Cowboys about using franchise tag on George Pickens

Four possible new teams for WR Mike Evans if he doesn't return to Buccaneers

Fernando Mendoza, Arvell Reese facing different levels of certainty in 2026 NFL Draft

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Lincoln Riley News / Yardbarker / February 3

Lincoln Riley takes a shot at SEC while discussing NIL era

Lincoln Riley takes a shot at SEC while discussing the NIL era of college football

NIL and the transfer portal have seemingly evened out the competitive landscape of college football. That's something USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley recently alluded to while taking a veiled shot at the SEC in the process.

NFL Draft intel: Who's on the rise after the Senior Bowl?

Tennessee QB Joey Aguilar suing NCAA over eligibility

WR recruit shows confidence in Bob Chesney, UCLA with commitment

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