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Key Traits That Make USC Receiver Makai Lemon a Top NFL Draft Prospect

In his final collegiate season, USC Trojans wide receiver Makai Lemon was one of the best receivers in the Big Ten, constantly creating problems for opposing defenses, which brings up one question.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 11

Chad Bowden Reveals Reason Behind USC Trojans Recruiting Surge

Building genuine relationships still matter in recruiting. A majority of the discussion around recruiting revolves around NIL and who can offer the most

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 11

USC Five-Star Recruits Speak Candidly About Playing Together With the Trojans

PORTLAND, Ore. – The USC Trojans are getting closer to bringing in their top recruiting class this summer, but first, the trio of five-star commits is set to represent their countries in a showdown of high school all-stars.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 11

Five-Star Recruit Saniyah Hall Doesn't Hold Back on Her Goals at USC

PORTLAND, Ore. – The USC Trojans are reloading with talent after their season came to an end in a disappointing defeat in the NCAA Tournament second round.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 11

Four Reasons To Be Excited About USC Trojans Football Next Season

Both optimism and pressure are building around the USC Trojans football team as the program searches for its first appearance in the College Football Playoff.

Marcelles Williams 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.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 10

USC Trojans Freshman Receiver Boobie Feaster Announces Enrollment Date

Four-star receiver Boobie Feaster is one of the crown jewels of the USC Trojans No. 1 recruiting class in the 2026 cycle. While the Trojans had a majority of its recruiting class on campus this spring, Feaster announced via his social media that he will officially be enrolling on May 21.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 10

Latest USC Trojans' Betting Odds To Make the College Football Playoff

Entering the 2026 season, the USC Trojans remain one of the most storied programs that has yet to make an appearance in the College Football Playoff since it was first introduced in 2015.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 9

USC's Promising Ranking Amid Transfer Portal Chaos

The 2025-26 college basketball season has come to a close with the Michigan Wolverines coming out on top as they defeated the UConn Huskies in the national championship game. As the page gets turned to 2026-27, what is the outlook for the USC Trojans as they head into year three with coach Eric Musselman?

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 9

USC Trojans College Football Playoff Path Hinges on This Key Thing

When Lincoln Riley took over as the USC Trojans' football coach in 2021, the expectation was to bring the Trojans back to competing for championships.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 9

The One Position USC Should Be Most Confident In Next Season

Despite all the questions many may have about the USC Trojans entering the 2026 season, there is one thing that many are clear on. With the return of veteran quarterback Jayden Maiava for his senior season, the Trojans have an already proven signal caller capable of leading a high-level offense.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 9

Four-Star Tight End Recruit Rahzario Edwards Makes USC Trojans Announcement

Grant Union (Calif.) four-star tight end recruit Rahzario Edwards has locked in an official visit with the USC Trojans for June 12-14, he announced via social media on Wednesday. Edwards is the No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 8

Chad Bowden Gets Real About the USC Trojans' Big Ten Schedule

It’s no secret the USC Trojans have a gauntlet of a schedule next season as they enter year five of the Lincoln Riley era. A late-September matchup against Oregon in week 5 will be the Trojans first test of the season and could have major College Football Playoff implications.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / April 8

USC Trojans' College Football Playoff Hopes May Rest On These Few Teams

As coach Lincoln Riley enters his fifth season leading the USC Trojans, the program is still in pursuit of its first College Football Playoff appearance.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 8

USC Trojans Recruiting Plan for the Secondary

USC has put a priority on upgrading its secondary over the past year. In the 2026 class, the Trojans signed six recruits for the backend of the defense.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 8

Way-Too-Early Starting Lineup for USC Women's Basketball in 2026-27

The college basketball season just came to an end, and USC women's basketball is already shaping up as a national title contender for the 2026-27 season.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 8

Three Keys for USC’s Offense to Compete in the Big Ten

USC football enters the 2026 season with one of the most experienced offenses in the country and expectations to match. With 17 returning starters and a veteran quarterback in Jayden Maiava, the Trojans have the pieces to contend for a College Football Playoff spot.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 8

USC Trojans Building Momentum After Massive Recruiting Week

USC wrapped up spring practice this past weekend, and for the 2027 class it was the final opportunity for recruits to get an up-close look at the program

College Basketball (W) News / USC Trojans on SI / April 7

Three Lessons the USC Trojans Can Learn From UCLA's Championship Run

The USC Trojans women's basketball team doesn't need any reminders about who just won the national championship, but ignoring the UCLA Bruins' blueprint would be a would be a mistake.

USC Trojans News / A to Z Sports / April 7

USC Trojans have a legit chance at landing one of the best players in the 2027 class even though they’re across the country from him

The USC Trojans could land 2027 four-star and top-30 recruit Mekai Brown, who is down to five schools in his recruitment. The 6’6 EDGE is elite. The USC Trojans have been the best recruiting team in the country over the last few years.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 7

USC Transfer Portal Tracker: Additions, Departures & Updated Roster for 2026-27

The transfer portal in college basketball officially opened on Tuesday, April 7, just hours removed from the Michigan Wolverines cutting down the nets in the 2026 National Championship game.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / April 7

Way-Too-Early Starting Lineup Projection for USC Trojans in 2026-27

Despite missing the NCAA Tournament for the third consecutive season and in its second year under coach Eric Musselman, many USC fans feel optimistic about

USC Trojans News / Yardbarker / April 6

Washington Mystics' front-office move suggests bigger moves are ahead

The Washington Mystics wasted no time making changes at the start of the WNBA's free agency period. And their first move suggests even bigger ones are on the horizon.

Sky deal Angel Reese to Dream in shocking trade

Ex-Raptors prez Masai Ujiri joins Toronto's WNBA ownership

More than 100 WNBA free agents hit the market Monday

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