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Win-Loss Prediction Puts USC Right on College Football Playoff Bubble

The USC Trojans are coming off a nine-win season in 2025, which wasn’t enough to make their first College Football Playoff appearance. How will USC fare in 2026?

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The Most Versatile Players on USC Trojans' Roster This Season

Versatility on the football field is incredibly valuable. The ability to move around and play more than one position is luxury because it creates more depth and new avenues.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 18

The USC Position Group With the Most Offseason Uncertainty

Following the departure of former defensive coordinator D’Anton Lynn, Lincoln Riley made a concerted effort in the continuous growth of the Trojans defense by bringing in TCU legend Gary Patterson.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 18

One Key USC Transfer Left Off Ranking Of Big Ten Transfers

Throughout the offseason, the USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley have been able to add solid talent across the roster through both the transfer portal

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / June 18

Big Ten Projection Raises Questions About USC Trojans' Playoff Chances

The Big Ten conference has produced the last three national champions: the Michigan Wolverines (2023), Ohio State Buckeyes (2024), and Indiana Hoosiers (2025).

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / June 18

Three Teams That Could Keep USC From the College Football Playoff

USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley has been unable to lead USC to the College Football Playoff, but heading into 2026, the program looks to change that. With

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / June 18

Lincoln Riley Earns Surprising Ranking Among Big Ten Coaches

Anticipation continues to build for the 2025 college football season, especially around USC. As Lincoln Riley enters his fifth year in Los Angeles, expectations for the Trojans are rising once again, and that pressure is reflected in national coaching evaluations.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 18

Three Things Lincoln Riley Can’t Afford to Have Happen This Season

The 2026 college football season is a big one and filled with high expectations for USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley. In what will be his fifth season as coach of the Trojans, USC fans are putting the pressure on Riley to lead the team to the College Football Playoff for the first time in their program history.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / June 17

USC Football: 2026 Trojans Season Preview and Prediction

USC's roster is less plug-and-play and more homegrown, bolstered by line depth, talented backs, a potentially elite quarterback in Jayden Maiava and an influx from one of the nation’s top recruiting classes, which is comprised of players who will contribute without being totally relied upon.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 17

USC Trojans Still Excluded From Big Ten's Elite Teams

Following a 2025 season where the USC Trojans fell a few games short of the College Football Playoff, 2026 could finally be the year where coach Lincoln Riley and USC emerge as a true Big Ten contender and qualify for the CFP.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 17

USC Trojans Recruit Dylan Wafle Details Commitment, Reuniting with Older Brother

Ever since they picked up a football at a very young, Dylan Wafle and his older brother, USC freshman defensive end Luke Wafle, talked about playing together

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 17

Get to Know USC Trojans Basketball Newcomers

Heading into the 2026-2027 college basketball season, the USC Trojans pushed themselves into early contender conversation due to their offseason moves.

Marcelles Williams 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 / June 16

How USC's NCAA Tournament Projection Compares to Big Ten Teams

Entering the third season under coach Eric Musselman, the USC Trojans have the opportunity to make a splash, and the latest projections for next year’s

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / June 17

USC's Surprisingly Low Ranking Among Big Ten Teams

The USC Trojans are eyeing a trip to the College Football Playoff for the first time in program history this upcoming season. What is USC’s updated power ranking for the 2026 college football season?

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 16

USC Trojans Prioritizing Mater Dei Recruit

The class of 2028 had an early start to their day on June 15 as it was the first day for coaches and recruits to initiate communications during their recruiting process.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 16

One USC Trojans Transfer Poised to Make an Impact

Heading into the 2026 season, coach Lincoln Riley and the USC Trojans have several additions across the roster and have an opportunity to make a significant improvement.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 16

USC Trojans Baseball Targeting Top SEC Transfer

The USC Trojans are coming off their best season under coach Andy Stankiewicz. The Trojans exceeded all expectations as they came one win short of reaching

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 16

USC Five-Star Recruit Honor Fa’alave-Johnson Hints at Two-Way Role With Trojans

USC’s Trojans five-star commit Honor Fa’alave-Johnson is already making big moves before he becomes an official member of the Trojans: signing an NIL deal with Adidas on June 12 and establishing a strong relationship with USC legend Marcus Allen.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 15

USC Trojans Land Linebacker Recruit With Family Ties

The USC Trojans proved they weren't ready to put a close on landing 2027 recruits. Four-star safety Gavin Williams of Damien High in La Verne, California represented the last commit for the Trojans' current recruiting cycle.

NBA News / USC Trojans on SI / June 15

USC's NBA Pipeline Turns Heads in School Production Rankings

There were 10 former USC Trojans players in the NBA this season. According to DeegSports, USC ranked No. 5 among all colleges in NBA production during the 2025-26 season. The four schools ahead of USC in this ranking from 1-4 were the Kentucky Wildcats, Duke Blue Devils, UCLA Bruins, and Villanova Wildcats.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 15

Alarming Trend in USC Trojans Coach Lincoln Riley's Latest Ranking

With the 2026 season on the horizon, USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley has an opportunity to remind everyone why he is considered one of the top coaches in college football if he can lead USC to a College Football Playoff berth.

King Miller 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 15

Four-Star Athlete Recruit Takes Unofficial Visit With USC Trojans

On April 13, Southern Cal sent an offer to four-star tight end and wide receiver Peter Pierre. Coming in at 6-4, 220 pounds, Pierre has been an offensive weapon for the Chaminade-Madonna Lions (Hollywood, Fla.) the past two seasons, earning him a four-star ranking.

Makai Lemon News / Yardbarker / June 2

Eagles get Makai Lemon injury news after OTA scare

Expecting Lemon to fill Brown's shoes will be a tall order. That said, the Eagles moved up in the first round of the draft to make sure he didn't slip past them.

A.J. Brown addresses major concern after being traded from Eagles to Patriots

Patriots' Mike Vrabel addresses possible A.J. Brown red flags after trade with Eagles

A.J. Brown addresses Jalen Hurts rumors after being traded from Eagles to Patriots

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