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LOS ANGELES — Running back King Miller finally broke through this season when he carried the ball 18 times for 128 yards and a touchdown in the No. 12 USC Trojans' Week 2 win over Louisiana. “Not to my standard, but I feel like it was pretty a good game,” Miller said. Miller had been one of college football’s biggest surprises in 2025.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 13

Biggest Defensive Takeaway From USC’s Non-Conference Slate

The football season is long and grueling. Injuries are part of the game and can occur at any moment, which means depth vital. Especially for teams that want to make a run in the College Football Playoff. No.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / September 8

USC Trojans Stock Report: Risers and Fallers After Week 1 Win vs. Fresno State

The No. 14 USC Trojans are shaping up to be one of the more dangerous teams early on in the 2026 season. As expected, USC is 2-0 after their Week 0 win over San José State and their Week 1 shutout of Fresno State.

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USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 4

USC vs. Fresno State: Preview, Betting Odds

As the season slowly progresses, so does the level of competition for the No. 14 USC Trojans. A week after beating San Jose State 42-26, the Trojans face a slightly taller task hosting a Fresno State team that’s looking to begin a new era in a revamped Pac-12 Conference with a statement.

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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.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / August 30

King Miller Sends Message After Leading USC's Backfield Committee in Week 0

The USC Trojans opened the 2026 college football season expecting running backs King Miller and Waymond Jordan to form one of the deepest backfield tandems head coach Lincoln Riley has coached.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 26

King Miller Pulls Back the Curtain on USC’s Speed and Strength

Following the Trojans' practice of Aug. 25, redshirt-sophomore running back King Miller shed light on the new look of the offensive line, his newfound strength and speed since his weight gain and how Lincoln Riley's trust is a reflection of his confidence in the team.

College Football News / Draft Nation / August 18

Big Ten Series: 2026 USC Football Season Preview

The USC faithful know that the Trojans have won eleven football national championships, but the last one was over 20 years ago (2004). Since then, the

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 14

USC’s Running Back Depth Competition Heating Up in Fall Camp

USC returns its two leading rushers from a year ago in King Miller and Waymond Jordan. They are the only Big Ten school that returns two running backs that averaged over 6.0 yards per carry in 2025, minimum 80 carries. Miller was one of the biggest surprises in college football last season.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 3

USC Running Back King Miller Explains Biggest Evolution Since Last Season

USC's King Miller was thrusted into the lineup last season in win over Michigan in early October after a series of injuries to the running back position.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 31

USC Trojans Turn Heads With Notable Offseason Weight Transformations

USC recently wrapped up summer workouts under the guidance of strength coach Trumain Carroll as they prepare to open fall camp on Friday, July 31. In an updated Trojans roster for the 2026 season, there were several notable body transformations.

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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.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 10

One Key Question for USC Running Back Shahn Alston Before Freshman Season

USC freshman running back Shahn Alston was part of a wave of blue-chip prospects from the Midwest that headed out west as Southern Cal expanded its recruiting

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / July 8

What's Changed for USC Trojans Running Back King Miller Following Breakout Season

Late in the second quarter of USC’s win over Michigan early last October, Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava faced pressure when he dumped off a pass to

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College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / July 6

USC Trojans' Recruiting Could Reshape Running Back Future

The USC Trojans showed renewed interest in the running game last season. Former walk-on running back King Miller broke out as the big surprise. Fellow running back Waymond Jordan averaged 6.5 yards a carry in sharing duties.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 16

One USC Trojans Player Primed For a Big Season

USC rising sophomore running back King Miller was one of the more inspiring stories in college football last season. A walk-on running back, overlooked

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 7

Key USC Trojans Coming Off Significant Injuries This Offseason

USC battled numerous injuries throughout the 2025 season. They were constantly reshuffling their offensive line, while running back King Miller began last season as a fourth-string walk-on.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 2

Three Intriguing Matchups For USC's Rushing Attack Next Season

Heading into next season, the USC Trojans have an opportunity to build on the run game from the 2025 season, with King Miller ready to build on his stellar freshman season.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / May 26

Three Make-or-Break USC Games That Turns King Miller Into an All-American

The secret is out on running back King Miller ahead of the 2026 season. He claimed the throne of top backfield option on the USC Trojans, all after beginning as a walk-on.

College Football News / CFB-HQ on SI / May 24

Big Ten Passing Yards Leader Predicted to Win Heisman Trophy in 2026

USC spent most of the 2024 season searching for a starting quarterback. Miller Moss got the job, struggled, and eventually transferred out. The solution had been on the roster the whole time.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / May 12

Key Big Ten Stat Explains King Miller's Ascension With USC Trojans

Fans of the USC Trojans witnessed a new underdog story emerge in King Miller during 2025. Little do college football followers truly realize how impactful the former walk-on really was, though.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 2

USC Running Back Waymond Jordan Embracing New Role During Injury Recovery

USC running back Waymond Jordan hobbled off the field with an ankle injury late in the second quarter of the teams win over Michigan last October. It was an injury that required surgery and ended up costing him the rest of the season.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 29

USC Trojans Recruits Turning Heads as Early Enrollees

USC targeted Oaks Christian (Calif.) four-star running back Deshonne Redeaux very early in the recruiting process and made it a priority to keep him in

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 27

USC Coach Anthony Jones Identifies the Next Step in King Miller’s Growth

USC coach Lincoln Riley spoke very highly of his running back room heading into last season, believing it was his best one yet at Southern Cal. Part of that belief came because of the depth in the room, which included fourth-string walk-on King Miller.