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Aug 30, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley watches from the sidelines against the Missouri State Bears in the first half at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

USC’s Lincoln Riley Offers Honest Perspective on Potential Playoff Expansion

Cory Pappas

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Aug 22, 2026

Sep 13, 2025; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley stands on the sidelines during the first quarter against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

USC Fans Won't Like Trojans' Bowl Game Projection Before the Season

Cristian Vasquez

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Aug 22, 2026

Sep 30, 2023; Boulder, Colorado, USA; USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley during the game against the Colorado Buffaloes at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Chet Strange-USA TODAY Sports

USC Quarterback Jonas Williams Growing in Key Areas Heading into Freshman Season

Kendell Hollowell

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Aug 22, 2026

Jul 28, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; USC Football head coach Lincoln Riley speaks during Media Days at Hilton Chicago. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

NCAA Court Ruling Shuts Down Lincoln Riley’s Unusual USC Opportunity

Olivia Cleary

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Aug 22, 2026

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Nov 29, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley (right) and defensive tackle Jahkeem Stewart (4) pose with fans after the game against the UCLA Bruins at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.

Biggest Questions for USC Trojans After Jahkeem Stewart Injury

Charlie Viehl

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Aug 22, 2026

Nov 30, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley reacts against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the second half at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Answering Burning Questions Surrounding USC Trojans Before the Season Opener

Kendell Hollowell

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Aug 22, 2026

Dec 30, 2025; San Antonio, TX, USA; Southern California Trojans linebacker Desman Stephens II (23) celebrates against the TCU Horned Frogs in the second half during the Alamo Bowl at Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Why Desman Stephens Will Be One of USC Trojans' Most Valuable Players

Olivia Cleary

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Aug 22, 2026

Jul 28, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; USC student-athlete Jayden Maiava speaks during Media Days at Hilton Chicago. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Where NFL Draft Stock of USC's Jayden Maiava Ranks Among College Quarterbacks

Cory Pappas

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Aug 21, 2026

Nov 18, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley during the first quarter at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst-USA TODAY Sports

Six USC Trojans Freshmen on Offense Whose Stock Has Risen in Fall Camp

Kendell Hollowell

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Aug 21, 2026

Jul 28, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; USC Football head coach Lincoln Riley speaks during Media Days at Hilton Chicago. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

USC Trojans Hosting Prominent Four-Star Recruiting Visitor for Season Opener

Lorenzo Reyna

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Aug 21, 2026

USC Trojans freshman linebacker Talanoa Ili

Five USC Trojans Freshmen on Defense Whose Stock Has Risen in Fall Camp

Kendell Hollowell

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Aug 21, 2026

Aug 30, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley watches from the sidelines against the Missouri State Bears in the first half at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

RJ Sermons Speaks Openly About Being Legacy Connection With USC Trojans

Kendell Hollowell

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Aug 21, 2026

Aug 30, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley watches from the sidelines against the Missouri State Bears in the first half at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Two Former USC Trojans Stars Ranked Among NFL's Youngest Top Players

Caden Handwork

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Aug 21, 2026

Corona Centennial (Calif.) four-star receiver and USC Trojans commit Quentin Hale

USC Trojans Recruit Quentin Hale Already Turning Heads With Highlight Catches

Charlie Viehl

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Aug 21, 2026

Oct 11, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava (14) warms up prior to the game against the Michigan Wolverines at United Airlines Field at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

USC Quarterback Jayden Maiava Operating With New Urgency in Pivotal Season

Kendell Hollowell

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Aug 21, 2026

If USC gets off to a slow start, questions about coach Lincoln Riley’s future could become a lingering storyline this season.

Assessing Lincoln Riley and Other College Football Coaches on the Hot Seat for 2026

Bryan Fischer

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Aug 21, 2026

Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning could be the No. 1 pick in the draft if he declares after this season.

SI’s 2027 NFL Mock Draft 1.0 Includes Six QBs in the First Round

Gilberto Manzano

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Aug 21, 2026

USC Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava (14) warms up prior to the game against the Michigan Wolverines at United Airlines Field at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.

Predicting USC Trojans' Single-Season Stat Leaders

Lorenzo Reyna

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Aug 20, 2026

Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Southern California defensive back Kamari Ramsey (DB45) speaks to members of the media during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

Former USC Safety Acknowledged for Impressive NFL Preseason Opener

Cory Pappas

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Aug 20, 2026

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