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What Kamari Ramsey's NFL Draft Departure Means For Future Of USC Secondary

USC Trojans safety Kamari Ramsey announced his decision to declare for the 2026 NFL Draft on Monday, Dec. 15. After starting his college career with the Trojans' crosstown rival, the UCLA Bruins, Ramsey transferred to USC in 2024, where he played two seasons in the cardinal and gold.

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USC Signees Embracing Position Battles as They Prepare to Compete Early

A team doesn't sign 35 recruits in one cycle unless it has a group of players that aren’t afraid of competition. And that’s what USC has in their 2026 class. No matter what school high school prospects decide to sign with in major college football, the roster is filled with blue-chip recruits at their position.

Braylan Shelby News / USC Trojans on SI / December 15

What Braylan Shelby Re-Signing Says About USC Trojans' Culture

The USC Trojans announced defensive end Braylan Shelby has re-signed with the program, and the defensive end explained why he is choosing to return to USC in 2026.

College Basketball (W) News / ESPN / December 15

USC's Watkins 'trying to maximize' ACL rehab

USC star guard JuJu Watkins has begun light workouts after her ACL tear and is in attendance as a viewer at Team USA basketball camp.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 15

Why Four-Star Receiver Trent Mosley is USC's Most Underrated Recruit

Four-star wide receiver recruit Trent Mosley scored three touchdowns for Santa Margarita against De La Salle in the California Open Division state championship game, and the USC Trojans signee proved yet again why he is the most underrated prospect in USC's recruiting class.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 15

USC Trojans Land First Transfer Portal Commitment

The USC Trojans' football roster is shaping up to be more than a depth chart in 2026. It’s becoming a family affair. With the commitment of former Oklahoma State cornerback Carrington Pierce, the Trojans now have three separate sets of brothers expected to be on the roster.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 14

Three Reasons Why The USC Trojans' Defense Will Look Different In 2026

The USC Trojans' defense has been one of the program's biggest talking points under coach Lincoln Riley, for better or worse. Heading into the offseason, the Trojans have set themselves up to have one of the best defensive units in the Riley era next year with a couple of key returnees and exciting additions.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 14

USC Trojans Turn Heads With Re-Signing Announcements

The USC Trojans announced that the program re-signed running back Waymond Jordan on Saturday, and USC announced even more re-signings on Sunday. While Jordan’s return for another year is big for the program, that is not what has caught the attention of college football fans.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 14

How USC Star Chad Baker-Mazara's Historic Start Can Fuel Trojans' Success

While multiple players have contributed to the USC Trojans' 9-1 start to their 2025-26 college basketball season, Auburn transfer guard Chad Baker-Mazara’s impact has been pivotal to the team’s success.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 14

Three Reasons Why USC Will Have The Big Ten's Top Running Back Duo In 2026

The USC Trojans received a big boost to their offense for next year after running back Waymond Jordan re-signed with the program for the upcoming season.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 13

Alamo Bowl Prediction Reveals USC's Strengths and Weaknesses

The No. 16 USC Trojans' bowl game is set as the team will face the TCU Horned Frogs in the Alamo Bowl. The matchup will take place on Dec. 30 at 6 p.m.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 13

Should USC Receiver Ja’Kobi Lane Enter the NFL Draft or Return to School

USC receiver Ja’Kobi Lane is one of several Trojans that has a decision to make about their future. The junior has one season of eligibility remaining and with the Trojans bowl game coming up on Dec.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 13

What Waymond Jordan's Return to USC Means for Trojans' Offense

USC Trojans running back Waymond Jordan is returning to school and forgoing the NFL Draft, per a report from CBS Sports' Matt Zenitz. As a result, USC could have one of the best backfield duos in the country in 2026 with Jordan returning alongside running back King Miller.

Makai Lemon News / Last Word On Sports / December 12

USC's Makai Lemon wins the Biletnikoff Award

While only a few select cream of the crop receivers end up in consideration for the Heisman Trophy, the goal for each one is the Fred Biletnikoff Award.

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USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 12

Exclusive: How a Southern Connection Drew Four-Star Recruit Peyton Dyer to USC

Growing up in Georgia, Peyton Dyer knew very little about USC. He lives in the heart of SEC country and West Coast football wasn’t on his radar. But as

JuJu Watkins News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / December 12

USC star JuJu Watkins’ latest comments on her injury recovery

JuJu Watkins likely never imagined that she would go to her first USA Basketball senior-level training camp while rehabbing from a serious injury, but she’s seemingly taking it in stride.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / December 12

Three Transfer Portal Players That Are Perfect Fits For USC and Lincoln Riley

With the No. 1 recruiting class set to arrive in Los Angeles for the 2026 season, the USC Trojans have high expectations and aim to go all in on reaching

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 12

Preview: USC Trojans vs. UConn Huskies in Top-25 Showdown

No. 16 USC welcomes No. 1 UConn to the Galen Center for one of the most anticipated games of the 2025–26 season. The Trojans enter with momentum after a grinding win over Washington, while the Huskies arrive unbeaten, explosive and guided by the nation’s strongest ball-movement attack.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / December 12

Notre Dame Athletic Director Addresses Future Rivalry with USC Trojans

The annual matchup between the USC Trojans and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish is one of the most historic rivalries in college football. The two faced off in 2025, but that was the last scheduled matchup for the near future.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 12

Why 2028 Los Angeles Olympics Could Force USC Out Of The Coliseum

The Summer Olympics are set to return to American soil for the first time since 1996, as Los Angeles will host the 2028 games. The Summer Olympics will run from July 14 to July 30, 2028.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / December 11

USC Fans Won’t Know How to Feel as Five-Star Kemon Spell Reveals His Finalists

Five-star running back recruit Kemon Spell trimmed his recruitment to a final five, and USC Trojans fans may not know whether to feel encouraged or anxious after making the cut.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / December 11

USC Trojans Transfer Portal Tracker: Lincoln Riley Losing Six Players

The transfer portal is well underway after the conclusion of the 2025 regular season in college football. On the field, the season is not quite over yet for the USC Trojans, as they will be taking on the TCU Horned Frogs in the Valero Alamo Bowl on Tuesday, Dec.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 11

Carson Palmer And USC Recruits Are On The Verge Of Historic State Title Run

Former USC Trojans Heisman Trophy winner Carson Palmer leads Santa Margarita, who feature three USC signees in receiver Trent Mosley, edge Simote Kataonga

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / December 4

USC Trojans Close Out Historic 2026 Recruiting Class

Many said that they would not be able to hold on all the way to signing day, but the USC Trojans just officially closed out the No. 1 2026 Recruiting Class on National Signing Day.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / December 1

USC Trojans Trending To Pull Off Major Flip Ahead Of Signing Day

We are just two days away from National Signing Day, and the USC Trojans continue to hold firm with their No. 1-ranked 2026 class. They currently hold 34 commitments, but have been hunting for more, and have now earned the prediction from experts in the business to flip an elite wide receiver from Ohio State.

Lincoln Riley News / Larry Brown Sports / November 25