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A couple of USC Trojans players have declared for the 2026 NFL Draft, including the team’s top wide receivers Makai Lemon and Ja’Kobi Lane. USC has produced several top draft picks since USC coach Lincoln Riley took over, and the upcoming draft will not be much different.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / December 16

Why USC Trojans' Ja'Kobi Lane Is A Top Wide Receiver Prospect In The 2026 NFL Draft

The USC Trojans will arguably have the two best wide receiver prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft after Ja'Kobi Lane joined Makai Lemon by making their intentions to test the professional waters.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / November 29

USC’s Lincoln Riley To Address Benching of Makai Lemon, Ja’Kobi Lane

The No. 17 USC Trojans are hosting the UCLA Bruins for the final regular season game of the year. The Trojans got off to a good start, with running back King Miller finding the end zone on their opening drive to make it 7-0 USC.

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College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / November 22

USC, Oregon Renew Rivalry in Penalty-Filled Battle

EUGENE - The No. 15 USC Trojans trail the No. 7 Oregon Ducks 28-14 at halftime after a back-and-forth first half that seemingly renewed the old Pac-12 rivalry between both teams.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / November 22

Nick Saban Reveals How Oregon is Preparing for USC's Makai Lemon, Ja'Kobi Lane

The No. 15 USC Trojans are in Eugene as they prepare to face No. 7 Oregon Ducks in a pivotal conference matchup. With Big Ten and College Football Playoff stakes on the line, ESPN's College GameDay also made the trip out to the Pacific Northwest.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / November 8

USC's Ja'Kobi Lane Adds To Season Highlight Reel With Acrobatic Touchdown Catch

The No. 19 USC Trojans defeated the Northwestern Wildcats on their home turf 38-17 under the Friday night lights. There were a lot of positives from USC's overall performance, particularly the offense.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / October 20

USC Trojans' Ja'Kobi Lane, Makai Lemon Aiming To Make Program History in NFL Draft

Through the first seven games of the season, the USC Trojans have proven that they have one of, if not the best wide receiver duo in the country in Makai Lemon and Ja'Kobi Lane.

College Football News / NBC Sports / October 18

Watch: USC's Ja'Kobi Lane takes deep pass from Jayden Maiava to the house vs. Notre Dame

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / October 17

USC Trojans' Makai Lemon, Ja'Kobi Lane Generating NFL Draft Attention

Halfway through the season, the No. 20 USC Trojans have continued to earn national relevance after their 31-13 win over the Michigan Wolverines, making their week 8 matchup against No.

College Football News / EssentiallySports / September 27

Lincoln Riley Blames Big Ten Schedule for Illinois Debacle as he Makes Bold Ja’Kobi Lane Confession

Lincoln Riley and the No. 21 ranked USC’s undefeated start to the 2025 campaign ended in heartbreak on Saturday, as the No. 23 ranked Illinois Fighting Illini delivered a crazy 34-32 upset with a game-winning field goal.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 24

Ja’Kobi Lane Injury Creates Spotlight for Rising USC Receiver Ahead Of Illinois

The No. 21 USC Trojans came into their Big Ten Conference home opener vs. Michigan State without their star wide receiver Ja'Kobi Lane, who suffered an injury prior to the game on Saturday.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 24

Lincoln Riley Addresses Uncertainty On Injuries To Ja'Kobi Lane, Elijah Paige

Coach Lincoln Riley and his USC Trojans are undefeated through four games in the 2025 college football season, and ranked No. 21 in the AP Top 25 Poll.

College Football News / ESPN / September 21

USC star WR Lane remains sidelined indefinitely

USC star WR Ja'Kobi Lane will remain sidelined indefinitely with what Lincoln Riley described as an "inconclusive" injury.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / September 20

USC Trojans Injury Update: Wide Receiver Ja'Kobi Lane Questionable vs. Michigan State

USC Trojans running back Bryan Jackson, defensive back Alex Graham and Prophet Brown, receivers Zacharyus Williams and Prince Strachan and kicker Caden Chittenden all missed last Saturday’s contest against Purdue with undisclosed injuries. The Trojans will host Michigan State on Saturday, Sept.

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USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 7

USC Trojans' Ja'Kobi Lane, Makai Lemon Making Case as Nation's Best Wide Receiver Duo

USC football dominated the Georgia Southern Eagles 59-20 in what was another impressive offensive showing by the Trojans, with several stellar performances.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 2

USC Trojans' Makai Lemon, Ja'Kobi Lane Best Receiver Duo In EA College Football 26?

The USC Trojans might have the best wide receiver duo in EA College Football 26 in Makai Lemon and Ja'Kobi Lane. Both players should be definitely be among the Big Ten's best, both in the game and on the field.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / June 23

USC Trojans' Ja'Kobi Lane Potential No. 1 Wide Receiver In 2026 NFL Draft?

The USC Trojans lost several wide receivers through the NCAA Transfer Portal but are still in good shape with returning receiver Ja'Kobi Lane leading the group.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / June 22

'Polarizing' USC Star Tabbed No. 1 NFL Draft Prospect for His Position

USC failed to produce a first round selection during the April 2025 NFL Draft. Will 2026 become different? One Trojans star is earning high praise. But also received a "polarizing" label in his pre-draft evaluation. Wide receiver Ja'Kobi Lane surfaces as the top NFL prospect in the Land of Troy before the 2025 season.