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USC's Jide Abasiri Speaks Candidly on Impact of Jahkeem Stewart's Injury

Junior defensive tackle Jide Abasiri has rose to the ocasion in the midst of injuries on No. 12 USC Trojans’ defense. Through four games, Abasiri has 11 total tackles, 3.5 tackles for loss, a sack, two quarterback-hits while being a top graded player according to Pro Football Focus.

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Three Matchups That Will Decide USC's Game Against Oregon

The No. 12 USC Trojans will face their first test of the season as they’ll host the No. 20 Oregon Ducks at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Saturday.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / September 18

USC Trojans Defy Crowd Allegations With Latest Sellout Announcement

At the beginning of the season, the No. 12 USC Trojans were ridiculed for their sparse home crowd attendance. But that is all about to change in late September.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / September 17

USC Defensive Lineman Jide Abasiri Pulls Back Curtain on His Biggest Strength

Physicality is one of the focal points to being a great lineman and USC defensive lineman Jide Abasiri has shown he can do that. In the Trojans’ first three games of the season, the Minnesota native has been a nightmare for defenses.

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USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 11

Why USC Trojans' Jide Abasiri’s Confidence Is Peaking at the Right Time

A big part of the No. 14 USC Trojans' defensive struggles over the past few seasons has been because of inconsistent play at the line of scrimmage. The Trojans have been in dire need of a dominant defensive lineman who can wreak havoc on a consistent basis and change games.

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25 most intriguing storylines to follow for the 2026 college football season

College football has historically been known as a sport that caters to the elite. It is very difficult to win a national championship if you aren't Notre Dame, Alabama, Ohio State, or a host of other schools that have great programs that invest heavily in keeping them at the top.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 9

USC Trojans' Jide Abasiri Pulls Back Curtain on Defensive Adjustments

In Week 1, the No. 14 USC Trojans’ defense had its first shutout of the season against the Fresno State Bulldogs in a 39-0 victory. Junior defensive tackle Jide Abasiri was a key contributor in the strong performance by the unit – six pressures, three quarterback-hits, sack and pressure win-rate of 54.5 percent, per Pro Football Focus.

College Football News / NBC Sports / August 29

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College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / August 24

Jahkeem Stewart's Injury Leaves One Burning Question For USC Trojans

The USC Trojans received crushing news on Saturday about the health of one of their most talented young defensive stars, Jahkeem Stewart. The 6-5, 295-pound

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 6

Jide Abasiri Offers Eye-Opening Insight Into USC's Offseason Changes

The USC Trojans are officially five days through fall camp as the program prepares for a season in which they are tasked with facing a top-20 strength of schedule.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 1

How Jide Abasiri’s Position Flexibility Bolsters USC Trojans Defensive Line

Jide Abasiri is no longer a young player on the team. The USC defensive lineman has become a more vocal player in his third season with the program. He is also down 15 pounds from a year ago to prepare for his new spot on the Trojans defensive front. "I stepped into a bigger leadership role," Abasiri said at Big Ten Media Days.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 29

Everything USC Defensive Lineman Jide Abasiri Said at Big Ten Media Days

The USC Trojans walked into Hilton Chicago with one changed defender in tow. While coach Lincoln Riley and quarterback Jayden Maiava became the star attractions for 2026 Big Ten Media Days on July 28, defensive lineman Jide Abasiri drew eyes and ears too.

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Ranking all the new FBS head coaches for the 2026 season

Coaching changes happen every year, but they don't all happen the same way. We have had some wild offseason coaching moves in recent seasons, and 2025-2026 wasn't any different.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / July 28

Previewing appearance of USC Trojans, Lincoln Riley at Big Ten Media Days

The highly anticipated 2026 college football season is rapidly approaching, but before fall camp begins, the Big Ten is hosting its annual Media Days beginning Tuesday, July 28, in Chicago, Illinois.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 5

One Key Position Group That Will Impact USC Trojans' Playoff Hopes

Heading into the 2026 season, the USC Trojans seem to be just on the verge of competing near the top of the Big Ten as well as for a spot in the College Football Playoff.