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Why USC Linebacker Eric Gentry Deserves MVP in Trojans' Win Over Purdue

The USC Trojans got Big Ten conference play off to a good start with a 33-17 win against the Purdue Boilermakers. USC’s defense was dominant for most of the game and was the key to victory.

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USC Gets Big Boost After 3rd Blowout Win — But Still Trails Winless Rival

It has been a weekend of shake-ups in college football rankings. South Carolina and Clemson, both Top 25 teams a week ago, suffered embarrassing losses to unranked opponents, while the USC Trojans, despite dominating their first three games, continue to find themselves overlooked in the polls.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / September 13

USC Trojans' Lincoln Riley Applauds Team's Performance Following Weather Delay

Lightning delays pushed the start time back by three hours and five minutes. It was the first time the USC Trojans have dealt with a weather delay since

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 13

Legendary USC Running Back Supports Trojans at Big Ten Opener

The USC Trojans first Big Ten match on the road at the Purdue Boilermakers is in the books, with USC presenting a strong showing and winning by a final score of 33-17.

Eric Gentry News / USC Trojans on SI / September 13

USC Trojans Linebacker Reveals Motivation Heading into Big Ten Gauntlet

USC Trojans senior linebacker Eric Gentry knows the early wins don’t mean much yet. The Trojans took care of business in their non-conference tune-ups, but now comes the real challenge: a Big Ten schedule loaded with top-five opponents and road environments that have haunted USC in recent years.

USC-Purdue Delayed Due to Serious Weather, Stadium Evacuated

The Week 3 Big Ten clash between the USC Trojans and Purdue Boilermakers was put on ice as the game's start time approached. In what is the first meeting between the two teams as conference foes, and the first time they've played one another since 1998, lightning strikes have delayed the game.

USC Trojans Game Against Purdue Boilermakers In Lightning Delay, When Will Game Start?

The USC Trojans‘ game against the Purdue Boilermakers has officially entered a delay due to lightning strikes in the area. At this point, it is unknown exactly when the game will kick off, but every time there is a lightning strike within 10 miles of the stadium, the 30-minute clock restarts.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 13

USC Trojans vs. Purdue Delayed For Weather? Stadium Evacuation

The USC Trojans travel to West Lafayette to take on Purdue in their Big Ten opener. Ross-Ade Stadium is being evacuated because of weather/lightening, causing a delay.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 13

LIVE Score Updates: USC Trojans Open Big Ten Play on the Road

The USC Trojans travel to West Lafayette to take on Purdue in their Big Ten opener. It will be the fourth matchup between the two schools and the first since 1998.

College Football News / LAFB Network / September 13

USC Trojans Get Very Good Injury News Ahead Of Purdue Matchup

We are just about two hours away from the USC Trojans kicking off Big Ten play against the Purdue Boilermakers. During our media Zoom call, Coach Riley decided to wait on divulging any injury information until the Big Ten report comes out before the game.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 13

USC Trojans Ramping Up Recruiting Activity In Future Classes, Targeting In-State Recruits

With a majority of the focus of the 2026 recruiting class locked in, the USC Trojans have been slowly turning their attention to the 2027 cycle. Safe to say, there's a long way until the 2028 recruiting cycle comes to the forefront of the college football world.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 13

USC Trojans Among Safest Bets in Big Ten After Strong Start Against the Spread

The USC Trojans have not only been winning football games, but they have also been rewarding those who believed in them at the sportsbook. Through two weeks of the 2025 season, USC is a perfect 2-0 against the spread, delivering early returns for those who trusted Lincoln Riley’s team in its first season competing in the Big Ten.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 12

Latest Injury Update on USC Trojans Freshman Alex Graham

The USC Trojans will be on the road for the first time this season to take on Purdue, as they open Big Ten play on Saturday, Sept. 13. It appears freshman defensive back Alex Graham will remain out.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / September 12

According To ESPN’s FPI, The USC Trojans Are One Of The Best Teams In America

While the competition has not been the toughest, the USC Trojans have dominated both of their games and currently have the nation’s No. 1 offense in terms of yards per game (676) and points per game (66).

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 12

USC Trojans' Roster Might Feature Next Dynamic Duo in College Football

The USC Trojans have put together back-to-back dominating wins to open the season against Missouri State and Georgia Southern, which has allowed the Trojans to play some of their backups on offense and defense in their last two matchups.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 12

USC Coaching Staff's Ability To Develop Is Standing Out To This Four-Star Safety Recruit

The USC Trojans are looking to land one of the top in-state prospects in the 2027 recruiting cycle in four-star safety Gavin Williams. After landing nearly half of their 2026 recruiting class from the state of California, the Trojans could potentially to do the same in the 2027 cycle.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 12

Delta Adds New Flights for USC Trojans Football Fans: How to Book Game Day Travel

Traveling to USC Trojans football games just got easier, or maybe harder, depending on how you look at it. Delta Airlines recently announced its largest-ever college football flying schedule, adding more than 40 flights tied to marquee matchups this fall.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / September 12