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One Big Question for Lincoln Riley Entering Year Five at USC

Following a 9-4 finish in 2025 that featured its fair share of highs and lows for the USC Trojans, coach Lincoln Riley enters a pivotal fifth season that could determine his future in Los Angeles.

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USC Visits California 4-Star Recruit for Second Time This Month

USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley was back on the recruiting trail Monday to visit Damien (Calif.) four-star safety Gavin Williams. It is the second the Trojans have visited the No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 19

USC Trojans Receive Surprising Valuation

As the USC Trojans football program continues to adjust and adapt to the changes surrounding college sports, USC has remained one of the most valuable teams in the country.

College Basketball News / USC Trojans on SI / January 19

USC Freshman Alijah Arenas' Long-Awaited Debut Coming At Critical Moment

Former five-star recruit Alijah Arenas’ wait appears to be over. The USC Trojans freshman guard is likely to make his college debut Wednesday night against the Northwestern Wildcats at the Galen Center, giving the Trojans a much-needed jolt as the Big Ten grind intensifies.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 19

USC Trojans Targeting Elite Wide Receiver Recruit With California Connection

The USC Trojans recently landed a commitment from four-star cornerback Aaryn Washington to kick off their 2027 recruiting class. Now, the Trojans are closing in on one of their top wide receiver targets in the cycle and Washington's teammate, per Rivals reporter Chad Simmons.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / January 19

USC Linked to College Football Hall of Fame Coach

The USC Trojans entered the offseason with momentum on offense and a handful of questions on defense. Lincoln Riley finished his fourth season in Los Angeles with a 9–4 record, but the program again fell short of making it to the College Football Playoff.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 18

USC Trojans Recruit Aaryn Washington Transfers to Prominent Florida High School

Four-star cornerback and USC Trojans commit Aaryn Washington is transferring from Mater Dei (Calif.) to IMG Academy (Fla.) for his senior season. Washington trades in one prominent high school for another to prepare for the next chapter in his life.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 17

USC Trojans' Biggest Transfer Loss As Portal Closes

With a pivotal 2026 season ahead for USC, coach Lincoln Riley and the Trojans had another productive transfer portal window, picking up several talented

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 17

USC Trojans Trending For Elite Defensive Back Recruit

The USC Trojans kicked off their 2027 recruiting class, looking to keep the momentum going. Four-star defensive back Danny Lang is a California native, and the USC Trojans are one of many top programs targeting him.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 17

USC Trojans Make Biggest Move With Transfer Portal Closed

The USC Trojans announced the re-signing of defensive back Alex Graham on Saturday, a day after the transfer portal officially closed. Since the regular

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 17

USC Defense Takes a Hit at Linebacker with Late Transfer Portal Exit

USC Trojans freshman linebacker AJ Tuitele entered the transfer portal on Friday night. The singular portal window officially closed on Friday, Jan. 16.

Jayden Maiava News / USC Trojans on SI / January 16

USC’s Quarterback Room Following Transfer Portal Shakeup

Jayden Maiava will return to USC for his redshirt senior season. The Trojans quarterback is part of a loaded list of signal-callers returning to college football in 2026 that will assuredly have NFL scouts buzzing in the summer and into the fall. Maiava made strides in his second season with USC coach Lincoln Riley.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 16

USC Trojans Make Early Strides For 2027 Recruits

The USC Trojans have welcomed a majority of the 2026 recruiting class to South Central and now have hit the ground running with the 2027 recruiting class.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 16

USC, Texas A&M Pushing For Five-Star Wide Receiver Recruit

Bradenton (Fla.) IMG Academy wide receiver Eric McFarland has quickly become one of the most closely watched recruits in the country after reclassifying from the class of 2028 to 2027, a move that accelerated both his timeline and national attention.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / January 16

Lincoln Riley Closing In On Coaching Staff Addition

The USC Trojans have made a lot of additions to their team this year. Whether it's from the transfer portal or through the high school ranks, yet it's been a quiet offseason for their coaching staff apart from the departure of defensive coordinator D'Anton Lynn.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 16

USC Trojans' Top Transfer Portal Acquisitions

The USC Trojans enter their fifth season under coach Lincoln Riley with much to look forward to. Aside from the return of a talented offense led by starting quarterback Jayden Maiava and the arrival of the No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 15

Jahkeem Stewart Lives Up to USC Hype With Big Honor

USC Trojans defensive lineman Jahkeem Stewart was named a Freshman All-American by the Football Writers Association of America on Wednesday. It is the third consecutive year the Trojans have had a FWAA All-American.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 14

USC Trojans' Current NCAA Tournament Projection

In their first game back in Los Angeles following a difficult three-game Midwest road trip to begin the 2026 calendar year, the USC Trojans defeated the Maryland Terrapins 88-71.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 14

Lincoln Riley’s Latest Move Reinforces a USC Strength

USC announced the re-signing of guard Alani Noa on Tuesday. The news comes as a surprise because Noa was not around the week of practice leading up to Alamo Bowl or travel with the team for the game and was listed as out because of undisclosed reasons.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 14

USC Women’s Basketball Faces Defining Five-Game Big Ten Test

For USC coach Lindsay Gottlieb and the Trojans, the margin for error is gone. Starting Thursday, USC Trojans women’s basketball enters the most punishing stretch of its Big Ten schedule, a five-game run that may ultimately define its postseason outlook.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 14

USC Fans Won't Love Injury News From Alijah Arenas

The USC Trojans men's basketball team secured another win over a Big Ten opponent, defeating the Maryland Terrapins in the Galen Center 88-71. USC now moves to 14-3 overall and 3-3 in conference play.

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