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USC Trojans Pushing to Flip Michigan Offensive Line Recruit

As the USC Trojans look to build upon their 2027 recruiting class, the program is in the running to flip three-star offensive lineman Louis Esposito's commitment to the Michigan Wolverines.

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USC Trojans Asked Matt Leinart to Unretire His #11 Jersey

The USC Trojans have been one of the premier college football programs in history, with their ability to be a winning program and develop elite talent.

Five Things USC Trojans Fans Need to Know About Clemson Tigers

The USC Trojans women’s basketball team is set to make its fourth consecutive appearance in the NCAA Tournament. The Trojans earned the No. 9 seed in the tournament and face the No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 16

The Three Players Who Will Decide USC's March Madness Tournament Run

The USC Trojans are back in the NCAA Tournament after earning the No. 9 seed in Regional 4. USC will be taking on the No. 8 seeded Clemson Tigers. If the Trojans want to go on a deep tournament run, these players will have to be at their best.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 16

USC Freshman Quarterback Jonas Williams Already Turning Heads in Spring Practice

The USC Trojans know exactly who their starting quarterback will be in 2026 with redshirt senior Jayden Maiava returning for another season as USC’s starter after opting to delay the NFL Draft.

NCAA Tournament Upset Alert Looms for USC Trojans

The USC Trojans will face the Clemson Tigers in the first round of the NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament on March 21, and although the Trojans are the No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 16

USC's Most Underrated Offensive Player From Spring Football

After arriving on campus as an early enrollee last spring, USC Trojans sophomore receiver Corey Simms has officially been in the program for a full year. Simms was slowed down by an injury during fall camp and never found a spot in the rotation.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 16

USC’s March Madness Schedule and Path to the Final Four

The USC Trojans have made the NCAA Tournament for the fourth year in a row, and it's the first time the Trojans have went to the Big Dance in four straight seasons since 1991-1995.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / March 16

Five-Star Recruit Honor Fa'alave-Johnson Reveals Why He Chose USC Over Oregon

Five-star recruit Honor Fa’alave-Johnson, the No. 1-rated athlete in the 2027 recruiting class, announced his commitment to the USC Trojans on Saturday on CBS Sports HQ.

Surprising Betting Odds for USC vs. Clemson in the NCAA Tournament Matchup

The bracket is set, and the USC Trojans women’s basketball team knows its first challenge. USC was announced Sunday as the No. 9 seed in the Sacramento Region of the 2026 NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament and will open March Madness against the Clemson Tigers.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 15

Best and Worst Potential Outcomes for USC Trojans on Selection Sunday

One of the most exciting days of the college basketball season has finally arrived, Selection Sunday, and the USC Trojans women’s basketball team is awaiting its placement in the NCAA Tournament.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 15

California Recruit Jordan Hicks Opens Up About Relationship With USC Trojans

USC wrapped up its second week of spring practice on Friday, March 13, with a star-studded list of recruits in attendance, which included 2028 Mission Viejo (Calif.) cornerback Jordan Hicks. “They didn’t have any pads because they been going at it the past couple of days but it was still good fundamentally to watch,” Hicks said.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 15

Notable Recruits Who Visited USC During Second Week of Spring Practice

Spring is a pivotal time for recruiting, and as the USC Trojans wrapped up its second week of practice, they hosted another impressive list of prospects from multiple cycles. Who made their way to practice this past week?

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 14

USC Trojans' Recruiting Ranking Changes After Honor Fa'alave-Johnson Commits

The Trojans have received a major boost to their 2027 recruiting class, as five-star ATH Honor Fa’alave Johnson out of Cathedral Catholic High School in San Diego, California, has committed to USC.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 14

USC Defensive Coordinator Gary Patterson Embracing Second Act in College Football

New USC defensive coordinator Gary Patterson has an extra pep in his step these days. After spending the past four years either as a consultant or away

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 14

USC Trojans Surging For Top Local Quarterback Recruit

The USC Trojans missed out on 2027 five-star quarterback Peyton Houston early in the recruiting cycle after he committed to LSU, but that hasn’t stopped coach Lincoln Riley from searching for his next quarterback commit.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 14

Biggest Observations From USC Trojans' Seventh Spring Practice

The USC Trojans hit the practice field for the seventh time this spring on Friday, March 13, to wrap up its second week. This was the last practice the Trojans had before taking next week off for spring break. It's the same deal with practice, recording and reporting is limited to just stretching and individual drills.

5-Star Recruit Honor Fa'alave-Johnson Revealing Commitment Between Oregon, USC

Five-star safety recruit Honor Fa'alave-Johnson is announcing his commitment on Saturday at 12 p.m. PT, and the USC Trojans appear set to add the top prospect from the state of California into their 2027 recruiting class.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 14

USC Pushing to Flip Four-Star Offensive Line Recruit From Oregon

Servite (Calif.) four-star offensive tackle and Oregon commit Drew Fielder made his way to USC for the second consecutive week on Friday. Fielder committed to the Ducks on Feb.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 13

USC Trojans' Alex Graham Singles Out One Freshman Wide Receiver

The USC Trojans were set to start Alex Graham, a true freshman, at nickel in last year's season opener vs. Missouri State before he suffered a preseason injury.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / March 13

Lincoln Riley Speaks Openly About USC's Offensive Line Development

Entering the 2026 season filled with high expectations, the USC Trojans have been making promising strides during the beginning of spring practice. Throughout the first few practices of spring practice, several notable players from USC’s No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / March 13

Most Interesting Stats from USC Trojans Pro Day Official Results

The USC Trojans hosted their official Pro Day for 17 NFL Draft prospects in Los Angeles on March 12. While seven Trojans earned invites to this year’s NFL Combine, all Trojans who declared for the Draft had a chance to showcase their skills in front of multiple NFL scouts.