USC Trojans: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / August 29

USC Trojans Announce Legendary Week 1 Tunnel Captain

The USC Trojans have a storied tradition of having an honorary tunnel captain run the team out of the tunnel to open the game in front of the fans in the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.

Eric Musselman News / USC Trojans on SI / August 29

Why USC Trojans Transfer Portal Class Will Improve Eric Musselman's Defense

The USC Trojans men's basketball te enters the second season under coach Eric Musselman, looking to take a step forward. In their first season in the Big Ten Conference, which featured its fair share of highs and lows, the Trojans finished with a 17-18 overall record and 7-13 in league play.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / August 29

Former Walk-On to Start for USC Trojans, Lincoln Riley in Week 1

Former walk-on offensive lineman Kilian O’Connor will be in the starting lineup when the USC Trojans open their season against the Missouri State Bears.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 29

Why USC Trojans, Snoop League Connection Is Crucial To Future of Recruiting

Relationships are the most valuable commodity in the football world. The connections built through the game can last a lifetime and hold firm through any facet of life, and in college football recruiting, relationships mean more than anything else, even in the NIL era.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 29

USC Trojans Battling ACC Powerhouses For Elite Five-Star Wide Receiver Recruit

The USC Trojans are searching for their first commitment in the 2027 recruiting cycle, but have been rising in the recruitments of their top targets in the cycle.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 29

How USC Trojans Are Improving Game Day Experience for Fans

The USC Trojans kick off the 2025 college football season on Saturday, Aug. 30. USC coach Lincoln Riley and the Trojans will face the Missouri State Bears in week one, which will also be the team's home opener.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / August 29

USC Trojans HC Lincoln Riley Provides Important Jahkeem Stewart Injury Update Ahead Of Week 1

We just wrapped up our weekly conference call with USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley, and he provided a few important injury updates leading up to the team’s Week 1 matchup against the Missouri State Bears.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 29

USC Trojans MVP Watch: Offensive, Special Teams Playmaker Bound for Breakout Year

The USC Trojans have a lot of strength stemming from their roster, with the offense rising as one of the most powerful in nearly four years under Lincoln Riley.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 29

Three Biggest Shocks of USC Trojans Depth Chart For Season Opener vs. Missouri State

Ahead of their 2025 season opener on Saturday night against Missouri State, USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley has released the depth chart for the game. There were many surprises with the release of the Trojans' depth chart, with some players in places where they weren't expected to begin the season.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 28

USC Trojans Coaches, Veterans Reveal First Impression of Five-Star Recruit RJ Sermons

Rancho Cucamonga (Calif.) five-star cornerback RJ Sermons was originally one of the crown jewels of the USC Trojans No. 1 ranked recruiting class in the 2026 cycle. The local prospect had been a frequent visitor at his hometown school since he was in elementary school.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 28

USC Trojans Make Surprising Move Along Defensive Line: First Official Depth Chart

The USC Trojans posted their first official depth chart in anticipation of their season-opening game on Aug. 30 vs. the Missouri State Bears. There wasn't too many surprises on the list, but one move on the defensive side of the ball stood out among the rest.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 28

Robert Woods Cut: 3 Possible Destinations for Former USC Trojans Star

He’s not the 1,000-yard receiver he once was—but NFL veteran Robert Woods still has value. The former USC Trojans star, recently released by the Pittsburgh Steelers, is now searching for his next NFL home.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / August 28

Big Ten Coaches Reveal Season Sleep Schedule: Lincoln Riley’s Response Stands Out

The Big Ten Network shared a video with fans from this summer's media day, asking every coach in the conference how much sleep they get during the grind of the football season.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 28

Why USC Trojans Defensive Line will Set Defense's Tone

LOS ANGELES -- Defensive line was a concern for the USC Trojans going into the 2024 season and as the injuries began to pile up and one player deciding to quit three games into the season, it worsened. Former Trojans defensive lineman Gavin Meyer embodied what it meant to be an iron man on the football field.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 28

USC Trojans Release Depth Chart: True Freshman Poised for Early Impact

Week 1 of the college football is officially here, and coach Lincoln Riley and the USC Trojans have released their first depth chart of the season. Prior

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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USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / August 28

USC Trojans Release First Official Depth Chart Ahead Of Week 1

The USC Trojans have just released their first official depth chart of the 2025 season. There are a few surprises, but for the most part, we have seen the bulk of the foundation playing out this way.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 27

USC Trojans' Recruiting Target Jalen Flowers Reveals Visits To Big Ten Foes

The USC Trojans have built one of the nation's best recruiting classes for the 2026 cycle. The Trojans have 32 total commits in their No. 1 ranked 2026 class and are primed to turn things around with coach Lincoln Riley and become one of the top programs in college football once again.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 27

Lincoln Riley Opens Up On His Relationship With USC Trojans GM Chad Bowden

USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley began his USC coaching tenure on a high, leading the Trojans to a double-digit win total, an appearance in the Pac-12 Championship Game, a Heisman Trophy winner, and having the team within a game of reaching the College Football Playoff.

College Football News / Sporting News / August 27

Lincoln Riley continues to praise QB Jayden Maiava’s growth ahead of Week 1

Just days away from Week 1 of the 2025 College Football season, there’s not much time left for programs to iron everything out. Luckily for Lincoln Riley, things at USC seem to be developing positively.

USC Trojans News / Larry Brown Sports / August 19