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USC Trojans Announce Big Ten Media Days Representatives

The USC Trojans' representatives for 2026 Big Ten Football Media Days have been announced as quarterback Jayden Maiava and defensive linemen Jide Abasiri as well as Alex VanSumeren.

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USC Battling Multiple Big Ten Rivals For Recruit Landon Miller

The USC Trojans are a contender for class of 2028 recruit, linebacker Landon Miller. Miller was recently selected as one of the linebackers to go to The Opening Finals in Beaverton, Oregon.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 24

How USC's Incoming Five-Star Recruits Can Carve Out Key Roles

For the 2026 recruiting cycle, the USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley have the No. 1 overall class, which has included two five-star recruits in defensive

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 24

USC's Incoming Recruiting Class Fuels Change at Line of Scrimmage

When the USC Trojans joined the Big Ten in 2024, they were not well-equipped to handle what came with being in the conference at the line of scrimmage.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 23

Four-Star Receiver Hayden Koo Shares the Latest on Recruitment After Recent USC Offer

Tustin (Calif.) 2028 four-star receiver Hayden Koo has seen his recruiting profile skyrocket over the past couple of months. Koo, the No. 160 overall prospect, No.

Eric Musselman News / USC Trojans on SI / June 23

Eric Musselman Shares Biggest Takeaways From USC Summer Practices

In his first availability of the 2026-27 season, USC Trojans men's basketball coach Eric Musselman spoke to the media about where his roster is at and revealed some of his takeaways in the early part of the summer.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 23

USC Trojans Defensive Back Room Bursting With Young Potential

The USC Trojans cracked the top 10 among best Big Ten pass defenses in 2025. Yet surrendering 207.5 yards per game didn't leave coach Lincoln Riley and his coaching staff complacent.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 23

Everything USC Freshman Christian Collins Said in First Media Appearance

USC Trojans five-star recruit and McDonalds All-American forward Christian Collins arrives in Los Angeles with high expectations. In what will be the third

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 23

USC Trojans Recruiting Target Austin Miller Commits to Big Ten Rival

USC’s focus on in-state talent is here to stay as the coaching staff begins the building blocks of the 2028 and 2029 recruiting cycle. While the Trojans are in the mix for local quarterbacks and defensive talent, they suffered an early blow on offense as one of their top recruits committed to Big Ten opponent Ohio State.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / June 23

How Mater Dei Pipeline Re-Established USC Recruiting in California

When Lincoln Riley arrived at Southern Cal in 2022, he relied on Oklahoma transfers and the previous class recruited by the former staff. Then from 2023 through 2024, Riley relied heavily on the transfer portal which resulted in incomplete rosters and disappointing seasons. By 2025, Riley’s recruiting process began to change.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 22

USC Trojans Freshman Class Boosting Big Ten Potential

The USC Trojans signed the No. 1 recruiting class for the 2026 cycle, and that freshman class could make a major impact on the Trojans' ranking in the Big Ten next season, as well as in future seasons.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 22

USC Trojans Targeting Elite In-State Offensive Line Recruits

Following the end of official visits, the USC Trojans hold one commitment on the offensive line in the 2027 class in Servite (Calif.) four-star offensive

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / June 22

Two Games That Could Put USC Coach Lincoln Riley on the Hot Seat

The 2026 college football season is shaping up to be an important stepping stone for the Trojans’ future. As they enter their third season in the Big Ten, they’re coming with the most returners in the conference and the No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 22

Inside USC’s Pursuit of Linebacker Recruit Dylan Wafle

Official visits have changed over the years. Families have become a bigger part of the extravagant weekends for recruits. Avon Old Farms (Conn.) three-star

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 22

USC Trojans Freshman Class With Star Power To Shift National Perception

Some freshmen flash, others arrive and make an immediate impact for their program. USC signed the No. 1 recruiting class in the 2026 cycle that is filled with elite Southern California talent but they also made waves with top out-of-state players.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / June 21

USC Trojans' Toughest Losses in the Lincoln Riley Era

The USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley could be on the verge of making the College Football Playoff for the first time in program history. However, the climb towards the postseason has not come without having several brutal losses.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 21

USC Trojans Enter Recruiting Race for Top-Ranked Mississippi Running Back

The USC Trojans are attempting to deliver an early recruiting win for the 2028 class down South. Four-star running back recruit Zaiden Jernigan is exploding with nearly 25 total offers in tow.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 21

Two Numbers To Know for USC Trojans Offense

Heading into the 2026 season, the USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley have a great opportunity to silence the critics. Here are two areas that USC’s offense

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 20

USC Trojans' Jacob Cofie Turning Heads After NBA Combine Experience

After making several additions through the transfer portal and high school recruiting, the USC Trojans and coach Eric Musselman could be ready for a much better performance in the Big Ten during the 2026 season.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 20

Electric Freshman Who Could Bolster USC Trojans Running Back Room

USC hosted several high school coaches, alumni and recruits for its second-to-last spring practice. Following the conclusion of practice and the hours

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 20

USC Trojans' New Pitching Coach Faces Bullpen Challenge

On June 19, USC Trojans coach Andy Stankiewicz announced Keith Zuniga as the new pitching coach for the baseball program. Zuniga spent the past three years with the Hawai’i Rainbow Warriors where he developed their bullpen into one of the nation’s best.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 19

USC Trojas Recruiting Class Overview Following Official Visit Season

The final weekend of official visits is underway and most programs are to set to welcome more 2027 recruits to campus. However, USC is not. The Trojans only had the two official visits weekends that started on May 29 and June 12 because they have a small class.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 19

USC Defensive Lineman Turns Heads With Offseason Weight Room Video

Defensive lineman Floyd Bouchard is entering his second season with the USC Trojans. Floyd Boucard and USC have been putting in work in the weight room.

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.

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.

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