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Two Former USC Trojans Inducted Into College Baseball Hall of Fame

On June 18, the College Baseball Foundation (CBF) announced the 21 inductees for the 2026 class of the College Baseball Hall of Fame. The class includes

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One Key Question for USC Receiver Trent Mosley Before Freshman Season

USC freshman receiver Trent Mosley was a prized recruit in the Trojans No. 1 class coming out of Santa Margarita (Calif.). The Trojans were able to land the four-star recruit over Notre Dame, his parents alma mater, as they began to regain control of their state on the trail.

Braylan Shelby News / USC Trojans on SI / June 19

Three USC Trojans Games That Will Impact Braylan Shelby's NFL Draft Stock

The USC Trojans look bound to attract NFL scouts once again for this fall. Only this time quarterback Jayden Maiava spearheads the 2027 NFL Draft class representing the land of troy.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 19

USC's Win Total Shows Where Trojans Rank in Big Ten

After an 8-4 season in 2025, the USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley will be pushing to get to 10 wins and a potential berth in the College Football Playoff.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 18

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

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?

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.

Lincoln Riley 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.

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 17