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Ahead of the No. 14 USC Trojans' season opener, redshirt sophomore Chasen Johnson used his media availability to hype up the addition of cornerback Jontez Williams, speak on returning from injury and the importance of the defensive coaching staff.

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

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / August 5

USC Cornerback Marcelles Williams Speaks Openly on His Biggest Motivations

Playing defensive back is part of the family business for USC redshirt sophomore cornerback Marcelles Williams. His father, Maxzell, played defensive back at Nevada, while his two older brothers, Max, played safety at USC and Macen, played defensive back at Arizona State.

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USC Commit Danny Lang Recruiting Trio of Southern California Defensive Backs

Four-star cornerback commit Danny Lang is part of an impressive recruiting class in the secondary for USC in the 2027 class. All four commits — Lang, five-star athlete Honor Fa’alave-Johnson, four-star star safety Gavin Williams and four-star cornerback Aaryn “J.O.” Washington, are from Southern California.

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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 / June 17

Three Keys for Cornerback Marcelles Williams to Improve USC Trojans Defense

Entering the 2026 college football season, USC Trojans cornerback Marcelles Williams has an opportunity to take another step forward and become one of USC’s premier defenders. To take that step forward, there are three keys for Williams as he prepares for what could be his best season yet.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 24

USC's Three Games That Could Make or Break Marcelles Williams’ NFL Draft Stock

The 2026 season carries major weight for USC Trojans cornerback Marcelles Williams. After emerging as a full-time starter in the Trojans’ secondary last

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 9

One USC Trojans Transfer Already Receiving National Attention

The USC Trojans reeled in 10 newcomers via the college football transfer portal this offseason. USC coach Lincoln Riley and the USC front office have become lauded for identifying veteran collegiate talent and adding them to the roster.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / April 20

Trovon Reed Delivers Challenge to USC Cornerback Marcelles Williams

When USC took the field for spring practice, redshirt sophomore cornerback Marcelles Williams was the oldest player in the room because of injuries to a pair of cornerbacks. “He went from the youngest in the room to the oldest with my two other guys being out this spring," said USC cornerbacks coach Trovon Reed.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 10

USC Cornerback Marcelles Williams Embracing New Role for the Trojans

Safety Kamari Ramsey had been a strong vocal presence in the USC Trojans secondary for the past two seasons. He’s off to the NFL, along with first team All-American safety Bishop Fitzgerald and cornerback DeCarlos Nicholson. It’s a ton of veteran experience that is gone, which means it’s time for new players to step into those leadership roles.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / March 23

USC Transfer Jontez Williams Hits Major Milestone in Injury Recovery

Iowa State transfer cornerback Jontez Williams was one of the USC Trojans biggest additions in the transfer portal this offseason. He was rated as the No.

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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 / February 13

Two Impact Transfers Who Strengthen USC's Roster

The singular transfer portal window last month gave programs one opportunity to add veteran talent to their roster. USC quickly targeted two players when the portal opened in former Iowa State cornerback Jontez Williams and NC State receiver Terrell Anderson.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / January 27

Most Impactful Transfer Portal Addition for the USC Trojans

The USC Trojans look ahead to an offseason of restructuring and developing a strong and talented 2026 roster. Among their new additions to the roster from the incoming freshman and the transfer portal, transfer cornerback Jontez Williams is one name to keep in mind next season.

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College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / January 23

These Two Transfers Strengthen The USC Trojans' Roster Next Season

The USC Trojans knew they had some key roles that needed to be filled, or added onto, from the transfer portal, and they landed some of the portal's top players: NC State wide receiver Terrell Anderson and Iowa State cornerback Jontez Williams.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / January 2

USC Trojans Hosting Top Transfer Portal Cornerback

With the NCAA Transfer Portal window opening, the USC Trojans have a chance to fill in key positional needs. Former Iowa State Cyclones cornerback Jontez Williams entered the NCAA transfer portal on Dec.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / November 27

Emerging USC Star Details The Real Importance Of UCLA Rivalry

It's officially rivalry week around college football, the most competitive and intense matchups all season. For the No. 17 USC Trojans, that means hosting their crosstown rival UCLA for the Battle of LA on Nov.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 20

USC Trojans Injury Update: Wide Receiver Zacharyus Williams Sidelined

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.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / May 16, 2025

4-Star Texas A&M Recruit Madden Williams Schedules USC Trojans Official Visit

St. John Bosco (Calif.) four-star receiver and Texas A&M Aggies commit Madden Williams has added the USC Trojans to his official visit schedule this summer.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 11, 2025

USC Trojans' Lincoln Riley Updates Cornerback Battle, Marcelles Williams' Progression

USC Trojans redshirt freshman cornerback Marcelles Williams was a standout from the moment he arrived on campus last spring as an early enrollee. Veterans could not stop raving about the highly touted four-star recruit out of nearby St.