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USC’s football team recruiting pulse didn’t cool after landing 2026 CB Jayden Crowder, a day removed from his Cal decommit. Lincoln Riley’s staff kept

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USC Battling National Powerhouses for Four-Star Receiver Recruit

When four-star wide receiver Osani Gayles released his top 10 schools on Thursday, the USC Trojans were exactly where many expected to see them — right in the thick of it.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / October 25

Lincoln Riley Visits Elite USC Trojans Recruit During Bye Week

The USC Trojans are 5-2 as they head into their second bye week. With no game taking place during week 9 of the college football season, USC coach Lincoln Riley took the time to visit one of the top recruits from the class of 2026.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / October 24

Where USC Trojans Stand With Elite In-State Recruit Elija Harmon

Four-star defensive line recruit Elija Harmon is one of the top recruits from California, and his recruitment has been one to watch. Harmon lives close to the L.A.

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Given the year, team and position, how many of these first-year defensive standouts since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?

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USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / October 24

Urban Meyer Weighs In On Lincoln Riley's Job Security with USC Trojans

After the USC Trojans second loss to No. 12 Notre Dame 34-24 on the road, various questions sparked for this Trojans team. Whether it was the ability to win on the road, beat a ranked opponent in recent years or the current setup with coaches in place, fans have turned to coach Lincoln Riley and his future in Los Angeles.

College Football News / Mike Farrell Sports / October 23

Prolific Offense Will Lead USC to Big Ten Championship Game

When Lincoln Riley took the job as the head coach at USC (5-2, 3-1 Big Ten) in 2022, Trojan fans knew that the offense would be potent. Riley’s forte while at Oklahoma was producing some of the best offenses in the country.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / October 23

Urban Meyer Says This College Football Coach Has 'No Chance' of Being Fired

Now, in Week 9 of college football, several coaches have already been let go, and this is likely just the beginning of widespread shakeups in the new era of college athletics.

College Football News / The Spun / October 23

Urban Meyer Claims USC Has Already Made Decision On Lincoln Riley

The USC Trojans have had a rough time transitioning to the Big Ten Conference under head coach Lincoln Riley. They're 12-8 overall and just 7-6 in the conference since joining last year.

College Football News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / October 23

Notre Dame’s Culture Defeats USC: More Than Just a Win

Notre Dame's offense has changed somewhat in 2025. For the first time in a long time, the Irish have been able to present opposing defenses with a true downfield passing game threat with the emergence of CJ Carr and his natural passing ability.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / October 22

USC Coach Lincoln Riley Gives Injury Updates to Key Linemen

The USC Trojans are entering their second bye week of the season following a tough 34-24 loss to the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. It was a wet and rainy road game in South Bend that the Trojans found themselves in position to take a lead late before a crucial turnover.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / October 22

Why USC Trojans Should Stay Patient And Not Fire Lincoln Riley

Patience is never something any fan base wants to hear, let alone one of a major Division 1 football program. Until USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley reaches

College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 21

A “fart in a whirlwind” is costing Notre Dame a chance to continue one of the greatest traditions in college football history

When you talk about the greatest rivalries in college football history, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs. USC Trojans rivalry has to be on the short list.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / October 20

Lincoln Riley Still Expresses Belief in USC Trojans Following Disappointing Loss

The USC Trojans suffered another disappointing loss over the weekend when they fell to No. 12 Notre Dame under the heavy rain in South Bend. USC dropped to 5-2 and fell out of the AP Poll.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / October 19

Five Main Takeaways from USC Trojans' Loss to Notre Dame

The USC Trojans are unranked after losing to No. 12 Notre Dame on Saturday, and while the rivalry loss is certainly a blow to USC's 2025 season, not all is lost for the Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley.

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USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / October 19

Why USC Trojans Must Win Out To Make Playoff After Late Collapse At Notre Dame

The then No. 20-ranked USC Trojans went on the road to South Bend, Indiana, to take on their heated rival and national contender, the No. 13-ranked Notre Dame Fighting Irish.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / October 19

Lincoln Riley Addresses Run Defense Issues In Gut-Wrenching Loss to Notre Dame

The No. 20 USC Trojans lost 34-24 to the No. 13 Notre Dame Fighting Irish in South Bend on Saturday night to fall to 5-2 on the season. After defending the run well against the Michigan Wolverines in its 31-13 week 7 win, USC struggled to defend Notre Dame's running game, which was one of the main highlights of the loss.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / October 19

Snoop Dogg blasts USC’s Lincoln Riley on social media for costly trick play call

The No.20 USC Trojans’ 34-24 loss to the No. 13 Notre Dame Fighting Irish had plenty of painful moments, but one play sent Snoop Dogg over the edge. The diehard USC fan ripped head coach Lincoln Riley on social media after a disastrous fourth-quarter trick play turned into a fumble that killed the Trojans’ comeback hopes.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / October 19

USC football’s Lincoln Riley calls out ‘stupid call’ vs. Notre Dame

USC football was in a battle against Notre Dame, but they were not able to walk away with the victory, losing 32-24. Head coach Lincoln Riley was heavily criticized for his playcalling down the stretch of the game, including one play that resulted in a turnover.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / October 19

USC Coach Lincoln Riley Criticizes 'Stupid Call' that Led to Game-Changing Fumble

The No. 20 USC Trojans fell to the No. 13 Notre Dame Fighting Irish 34-24 in South Bend, Indiana, on Saturday night, and some of the decision making by USC coach Lincoln Riley has been called into question.

College Football News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / October 19

Notre Dame’s Marcus Freeman Outcoaches USC’s Riley in Rivalry Win

Saturday night may have been the last of the Notre Dame and USC rivalry for the forseeable future, but it offered us another look at what currently makes the two programs so much different.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / October 15

Lincoln Riley Shares Big Development In USC Trojans Running Back Room

We spoke with USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley after Tuesday’s practice, and he provided us with some significant injury updates. Both freshmen Harry Dalton and Riley Wormley should be available for Saturday’s game against Notre Dame.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 12

USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley sends a powerful message to anyone who is doubting his players from here on out

Entering this week, coming off a bye, USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley dealt with everyone coming for his job based on the way they lost the game to Illinois.

College Football News / Total Apex Sports / October 10

Analyst Puts Pressure On USC Trojans Head Coach Lincoln Riley To Live Up To Massive Contract

When Lincoln Riley was hired by the USC Trojans, the move was seen as a monumental shift in the college football landscape. USC had landed one of the brightest offensive minds in the sport, a coach with a proven track record of producing Heisman Trophy winners and perennial national championship contenders at Oklahoma.

College Football News / EssentiallySports / October 3