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USC Trojans’ Lincoln Riley Addresses Latest Transfer Portal Proposal

USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley spoke to reporters Friday prior to USC’s game against the Georgia Southern Eagles on Saturday, Sep. 6 at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Here's what he said about the latest transfer portal proposal.

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USC Trojans Freshman Linebacker Turning Heads with Athleticism

The USC Trojans were able to utilize a majority of their roster last weekend in their 73-13 win over Missouri State, with newer faces turning heads on the Trojans coaching Staff.

Ben Johnson News / USC Trojans on SI / September 5

Can USC's Caleb Williams Be The Quarterback Ben Johnson Needs Him To Be?

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is looking to take a step forward in his second season in the NFL. The Bears are hoping that the addition of former Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson as coach will help the former USC Trojans quarterback improve and help Chicago win games.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 4

Why USC Trojans' Jakheem Stewart Is Poised To Be Game Changer Despite Injury

The USC Trojans are officially 1-0 after their home opener victory against Missouri State, even without some of the Trojans most anticipated players. For freshman defensive end Jakheem Stewart, his expected debut this weekend in the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum will play a pivotal part in the development of the Trojans defense.

Jayden Maiava News / USC Trojans on SI / September 4

USC Quarterback Jayden Maiava's Placement in Latest Heisman Poll Speaks Volumes

When the first official On3 Heisman Trophy poll dropped this week, quarterback Jayden Maiava’s name was on the list—but not nearly as high as USC Trojans fans might have hoped.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 4

USC Trojans Surging After Hosting Elite Four-Star Defensive Back Recruit

The USC Trojans hosted a handful of recruits this past weekend during season-opening win over the Missouri State Bears at the Los Angeles Coliseum. After

Eric Musselman News / USC Trojans on SI / September 4

Why Transfer Portal Additions Aren't Only Strength Of USC Basketball's Future

USC men's basketball coach Eric Musselman is leading the Trojans in the right direction, and the future looks bright heading into the 2025-26 season. Fresh

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / September 3

USC Trojans Receive More Expert Predictions For Elite Defensive Prospect

The USC Trojans do not have a commitment in the 2027 Class yet, but they have made waves with a number of recruitments, and the commitments will begin to funnel in when the time is right.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 3

USC Trojans Safety Reveals 'Special' Bond with Position Group

A big shift within the USC Trojans team this year was the team's chemistry, with many players sharing it's the closest team they've ever been apart of.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 2

Should USC Trojans Be Insulted by Latest Coaches Poll Ranking?

The release of the Coaches Poll Top 25 for week 1 brought plenty of conversation across college football, but the USC Trojans were left on the outside looking in.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 2

Lincoln Riley Reveals Thoughts on USC Trojans, Jayden Maiava in Missouri State Win

USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley went on Trojans Live on Monday following the Trojans big opening week win over the Missouri State Bears. Riley gave his takeaways from the game. “I thought the guys handled game one well.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 2

USC Trojans Predicted to Play Big 12 Opponent in Valero Alamo Bowl After Week 1

Week 1 of the college football season is officially in the books, and it didn't disappoint. Teams like Ohio State, LSU, and Florida State earned statement wins, while Alabama and Bill Belichick's North Carolina Tar Heels fell flat in their opening games.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / September 2

USC Trojans Disrespected In Latest Coaches Poll

Missouri State may not have been the stiffest competition of Week 1 College Football action, but the USC Trojans absolutely dismantled them and proved that they are a different and more talented team this year.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / September 2

Why 4-Star USC Trojans Recruit Braeden Jones Confirmed Commitment to Lincoln Riley, USC

USC Trojans four-star defensive end recruit Braeden Jones has officially shut down his recruitment, reaffirming his commitment to the program. The Mount Carmel standout is a key piece of USC’s No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 2

USC Trojans Prioritizing Top California Recruits For Second Straight Cycle

The USC Trojans have been in the driver's seat for one of their top wide receiver targets in the 2027 recruiting cycle. Four-star wide receiver Quentin Hale has been high on USC for quite some time, but the highly-touted prospect has seen a new wave of suitors come into his recruitment.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 1

USC Trojans Turn Heads in Week 1: Best Team on West Coast?

The first weekend of the 2025 college football season brought plenty of fireworks, but no one on the West Coast lit up the scoreboard quite like USC. The Trojans opened their campaign with a 73-point explosion against Missouri State, a performance so decisive it earned them one of only four A+ grades handed out by West Coast College Football.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 1

USC Trojans Offense Puts on Historic Showing In Season Opener: Key Stats

The USC Trojans started the 2025 season in impressive fashion with a dominating 73-13 win over the Missouri State Bears on Saturday. There were impressive performances from several different players on offense in the win for the Trojans, as USC scored on six of its seven appearances in the red zone against Missouri State.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / September 1

USC Trojans Athletic Director Eyes National Championship, Backs Lincoln Riley

For USC Trojans athletic director Jennifer Cohen, the message is simple: USC isn’t here to keep pace. It’s here to set the standard. In a recent interview

Jayden Maiava News / LAFB Network / September 1

Photo Gallery: USC Trojans Open 2025 Season With Statement Win Behind Jayden Maiava

The USC Trojans dominated their opening game against Missouri State 73-13 and addressed many concerns about the program on Saturday. The Trojans and head coach Lincoln Riley entered 2025 looking to put last season’s frustrations behind them.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 1

USC Trojans Flex Family Ties: Two Sets of Brothers Make Dazzling Debuts

It was a family affair at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Saturday night. Two sets of brothers, freshman quarterback Husan Longstreet and redshirt sophomore cornerback Kevin Longstreet, and redshirt freshmen running back King Miller and Kaylon Miller suited up for the USC Trojans in their dominant 73-13 win over Missouri State.

Jayden Maiava News / USC Trojans on SI / September 1

USC Trojans Quarterback Jayden Maiava’s New Numbers Put Him in Elite Company

USC Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava has climbed into elite company after new numbers ranked him as the top passer among Power 4 quarterbacks in the West.

College Football News / Yardbarker / August 28

Why continuing USC-Notre Dame series is critical to CFB

Why continuing USC-Notre Dame series is critical to sport's success

One of the top rivalries in the history of college football is the non-conference battle between the Southern California Trojans and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, but the future of the rivalry is in doubt amid the changing landscape of college football.

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