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Jayden Maiava Opens Up on New Receivers, Tight Ends in USC's Offense

USC Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava flirted with the Heisman Trophy conversation throughout the 2025 season while throwing to receivers like Bilenitkoff Award winner Makai Lemon and fellow NFL Draft prospect Ja'Kobi Lane.

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USC Trojans Coach Mike Ekeler Makes Bold Prediction About Desman Stephens II

USC Trojans special teams coordinator and linebackers coach Mike Ekeler is in his first season at USC under Trojans coach Lincoln Riley, and Ekeler exuded excitement when talking about one linebacker in particular while appearing on Trojans Live.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 30

Three Observations From USC’s Third Week of Spring Practice

USC returned to the practice field last week after a week-long layoff for spring break. The Trojans hosted a number of highly touted recruits throughout the week and held a scrimmage inside the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Saturday.

USC Trojans News / Sneakers on SI / March 30

Saniyah Hall on OIKOS, Jordan Brand, and Future at USC

At just 17 years old, Saniyah Hall is already a hoops legend. The top-ranked recruit in the country signed an NIL deal with Jordan Brand before her senior year of high school.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 30

USC Picking Up Recruiting Momentum With Another California Commitment

For the second consecutive recruiting cycle, the USC Trojans are going on a heater in the spring. They picked their second commitment in 24 hours on Sunday when St.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 30

Meet the USC Trojans Coach Quietly Developing a Strong Recruiting Reputation

The USC Trojans have a handful of strong recruiters on their coaching staff. From coach Lincoln Riley to cornerbacks coach Trovon Reed, the Trojans’ staff

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 29

Biggest Breakout Candidates for the USC Trojans Next Season

As one of the top programs in college football that has yet to make an appearance in the College Football Playoff, the USC Trojans are hoping that their

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 29

USC Trojans Recruits Turn Heads In McDonald's All-American Practice

The 2026 McDonald’s All-American game is set to take place on Tuesday in Phoenix, Arizona, and will feature three of USC's top 2026 basketball recruits.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / March 28

Important Coaching Staff Question for USC Trojans, Lincoln Riley

With an offseason that consisted of some major roster moves coupled with changes in the defensive coaching staff, the USC Trojans have answered a lot of

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 28

USC Trojans Wide Receiver Recruits Earn National Honors

There are many reasons for fans to be excited about the USC Trojans’ incoming No. 1-ranked 2026 recruiting class. Many pundits believe that the group of

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 28

USC Trojans Trending Towards Another Recruiting Win

The USC Trojans landed a commitment from four-star wide receiver Roye Oliver in the class of 2028, and USC's coaching staff could be in store for another recruiting win when four-star running back Javon Vital Jr.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 28

USC Trojans Commits in the McDonald's All-American Game

The 2026 McDonald’s All-American game is set to take place in Phoenix, Arizona, at the Desert Diamond Arena on Tuesday, March 31. It’ll be the 48th annual addition of the McDonald’s All-American game, and three of the Trojans' incoming recruits are set to compete.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 28

USC Star Alijah Arenas Lands With Intriguing Team in NBA Draft Projection

For USC Trojans guard Alijah Arenas, his freshman season was nothing short of unorthodox. Despite a late-season collegiate debut and a limited sample of games played, Arenas' upside still has him firmly in the conversation as a prospect in the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 28

Sierra Canyon Recruits Turn Heads at USC Trojans Spring Practice

USC got off to a fast start in the 2026 recruiting cycle all the way back in the fall of 2023 when they landed a trio of local sophomores. Receiver Tron Baker, cornerback Brandon Lockhart and safety Madden Riordan were the first three commits and never wavered from that pledge for over two years.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 28

USC Coach Establishing Himself as a Premier Recruiter in College Football

USC picked up a big-time commitment on Friday from 2028 Hamilton (Ariz.) four-star receiver Roye Oliver on Friday. Oliver, one of the top players on the

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 27

Four-Star Recruit Zion Anderson Opens Up About Family Ties to USC

Long Beach Poly (Calif.) four-star athlete Zion Anderson has been impressed with USC inside receivers/tight ends coach Chad Savage’s coaching style since

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / March 27

USC Trojans Projected Spread For Every 2026 Opponent

Bill Connelly of ESPN just released his SP+ rankings for all 138 FBS teams heading into the 2026 season. He currently has the USC Trojans sitting ranked 13th.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 27

USC Trojans Land Commitment From Elite Wide Receiver Recruit

After signing the No. 1 class in the 2026 cycle, the USC Trojans have shown signs on slowing down on the recruiting trail. The Trojans own a top 10 class in the 2027 cycle and have started to get a head start in the 2028 cycle after landing a commitment from Hamilton (Ari.) four-star receiver Roye Oliver on Friday.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 27

USC Coach Trovon Reed Building Another Elite Recruiting Class

Relationships still matter in recruiting. Even in the NIL era, building genuine relationships hold weight with recruits. It’s not just about the money.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / March 26

The Harsh Reality USC Fans Must Accept About the 2027 Recruiting Class

The USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley are coming off signing the most loaded recruiting class in the country and the best of the Riley era. But now with the Trojans in the thick of working the 2027 recruiting trail, the reality check will soon have to settle in.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 26

4-Star Recruit Turns Heads At USC Trojans Practice Visit

USC hosted a major recruiting target on Wednesday in Cajon (Calif.) four-star offensive tackle Austin Attalah. In the first Rivals300 rankings for the 2028 class that were released Monday, Attalah was rated as the No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 26

Three More California Recruits Could Follow Danny Lang To USC

The USC Trojans added another recruit to their 2027 class when they beat out Oregon and Ohio State for four-star cornerback Danny Lang. Out of the Trojans' six commits in their 2027 class, Lang becomes the fifth player from California.

College Football News / Mike Farrell Sports / March 26

RECRUITING: USC Adds Another 4-star Commitment

Recruiting has never been a problem for USC or head coach Lincoln Riley. This is continued on Wednesday night the commitment of yet another Class of 2027 4-star.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 25

Danny Lang Commitment Pushes USC Recruiting Class Ranking Past Rival

The USC Trojans football program has a proud history of landing some of the top talent from Mater Dei High School in nearby Santa Ana, California, and Wednesday night, that tradition continued as the Trojans landed another top talent to their 2027 recruiting class.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / March 23

Where Do The USC Trojans Stand With DB Pole Moala After 2027 Reclassification?

The USC Trojans’ 2027 football recruiting class received a major shake-up this week with the reclassification of one of the top local defensive backs in the country.