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California Tight End Recruit Jaylin Smalls Locks in USC Game Day Visit

Rancho Cucamonga (Calif.) 2028 four-star tight end Jaylin Smalls is set to make a return visit to USC for its season opener against San José State. Smalls, the No.

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Three Things USC Trojans Need to Prove Against San José State

One of the most anticipated seasons in recent USC history is officially upon us. The No.14 USC Trojans will open the 2026 season Sept. 29 against San José State at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 26

Lincoln Riley Breaks Down Emotions Entering Pivotal USC Season

USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley spoke to reporters on Tuesday evening. The Trojans' 2026 season kicks off in a Week 0 matchup against the San José State Spartans on Aug.

King Miller News / USC Trojans on SI / August 26

King Miller Pulls Back the Curtain on USC’s Speed and Strength

Following the Trojans' practice of Aug. 25, redshirt-sophomore running back King Miller shed light on the new look of the offensive line, his newfound strength and speed since his weight gain and how Lincoln Riley's trust is a reflection of his confidence in the team.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / August 25

Lincoln Riley's Evolution With the USC Trojans Over the Years

It feels like a lifetime ago when Bob Stoops retired as the head coach at Oklahoma in June of 2017 and Sooners offensive coordinator Lincoln Riley took over.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / August 25

Lincoln Riley Names Underrated Position Group Becoming a Strength of USC's Roster

Coach Lincoln Riley has entered game week with the USC Trojans. Now more than ever, Riley is pulling back the curtain on what to expect from the 2026 roster.

Waymond Jordan News / USC Trojans on SI / August 25

USC Running Back Waymond Jordan Shares Candid Insights Into Injury Recovery

Senior running back Waymond Jordan sat down with Trojans Live ahead of USC's season opener on Aug. 29. During the interview, Jordan opened up about fall camp, his health and how he spent his time recovering and the leadership of Jayden Maiava.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 24

USC Trojans Hosting Elite California Recruit for San José State Game

Anticipation builds for the 2026 USC Trojans football season. Their No. 14 ranking is fueling intrigue for a potential Big Ten title run and College Football Playoff appearance.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 24

USC Recruit Turns Heads in Nationally-Ranked High School Football Game

Football time is in full swing. NFL preseason games are on and the start of the college football season is six days out. Now the Friday night lights have begun with a marquee, Division I matchup between St.

Tanook Hines News / USC Trojans on SI / August 24

USC Receiver Tanook Hines Shows Off Body Transformation Ahead of Sophomore Season

USC sophomore receiver Tanook Hines recently returned to the practice field during the Trojans' Mock Game week after missing the entire spring and the

Jahkeem Stewart News / USC Trojans on SI / August 23

Three Trojans Who Will See Their Roles Increase Amid Jahkeem Stewart Injury

The USC Trojans officially have two preseason opening injuries on their hands. But the latest, involving defensive tackle Jahkeem Stewart, immediately alters the defensive side of the ball.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / August 24

Jahkeem Stewart's Injury Leaves One Burning Question For USC Trojans

The USC Trojans received crushing news on Saturday about the health of one of their most talented young defensive stars, Jahkeem Stewart. The 6-5, 295-pound

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / August 22

USC’s Lincoln Riley Offers Honest Perspective on Potential Playoff Expansion

USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley went on "The Herd" with Colin Cowherd on Friday. Riley talked about the upcoming season and also about potential College

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 22

USC Quarterback Jonas Williams Growing in Key Areas Heading into Freshman Season

Jonas Williams is young for his grade. He was 14 years when he started on varsity as a freshman in high school. The USC quarterback had to grow up fast

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / August 22

Tracking The USC Trojans 2027 Commits After First Week Of High School Play

Week 1 high school football stats & highlights for the USC Trojans’ recruiting class The 2027 USC recruiting class is small but loaded. Fourteen commits.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / August 22

NCAA Court Ruling Shuts Down Lincoln Riley’s Unusual USC Opportunity

The world of college football is changing… again. It's no secret that the current state of college sports is filled with uncertainty and instability. however, few recent developments have taken the sport on a stranger ride than the NCAA's ongoing battle over eligibility.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 22

Answering Burning Questions Surrounding USC Trojans Before the Season Opener

Fall camp is wrapped up and the 2026 college football season for the USC Trojans is just around the corner. This is the most highly anticipated and crucial season for the program under coach Lincoln Riley.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 22

Why Desman Stephens Will Be One of USC Trojans' Most Valuable Players

One of the biggest changes for the USC Trojans' program between 2025 and the upcoming season came on the defensive side of the ball. After former defensive

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 21

Six USC Trojans Freshmen on Offense Whose Stock Has Risen in Fall Camp

USC moved away from fall camp and into Mock Game week with their season opener against San José State on Aug. 29 on the horizon. Here are six freshmen in the Trojans top-ranked recruiting class on offense whose stock has risen this month. Kayden Dixon-Wyatt arrived at USC a polished receiver.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 21