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Dec 27, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Marcus Allen attends the game between the Texas A&M Aggies and the Southern California Trojans at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

USC Trojans class of 2027 commit, 5-star recruit Honor Fa’alave-Johnson opened up about his relationship with Trojans legend Marcus Allen.

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USC Trojans class of 2027 commit, 5-star recruit Honor Fa’alave-Johnson opened up about his relationship with Trojans legend Marcus Allen.

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2028 Mission Viejo (Calif.) four-star cornerback Jordan Hicks

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Mission Viejo (Calif.) 2028 four-star cornerback Jordan Hicks made a return visit to USC for its invite-only camp.

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.

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One rising running back spoke exclusively with USC Trojans on SI about landing on the radar for the head coach Riley and his staff.

Sep 27, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley talks with players during the first half against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

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One fast-rising recruit from Sacramento pulled back the curtain on his newest offer with USC Trojans on SI.

USC Trojans cornerbacks coach Trovon Reed and Salesian (Calif.) 2028 cornerback Jordan Slye

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Los Angeles (Calif.) Salesian cornerback Jordan Slye was part of a star-studded list of defensive backs that worked out with the USC Trojans on Thursday.

Aug 26, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley watches game action against the San Jose State Spartans during the first half at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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The USC Trojans had several members of its recruiting class return to campus to work out with the coaching staff.

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

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Four-star linebacker is the first of many defensive recruits the Trojans are targeting from the class of 2028.

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

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Santa Margarita (Calif.) running back Jaion Smith earned a big-time offer following a workout with the USC Trojans.

Victor Valley (Calif.) 2029 running back Makai Buchanan and USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley

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The USC Trojans hosted Victor Valley (Calif.) running back Makai Buchanan for a workout on Wednesday, June 10.

Sep 2, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley reacts against the Nevada Wolf Pack in the second half at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.

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Wide receiver recruit Hayden Koo spoke with USC Trojans on SI's Lorenzo Reyna following his appearance at USC's recruiting camp.

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

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Orem (Utah) 2028 four-star edge Major Stokes made a strong impression during USC Trojans prospect camp.

Henry E. Lackey (Md.) 2028 defensive lineman Tyzon Swann

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The USC Trojans hosted five-star defensive lineman Tyzon Swann on a multi-day visit, and it likely won't be the last time Swann's on campus.

Southern California coach Lincoln Riley looks for answers against Oregon during the second half touchdown Nov. 22, 2025.

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The USC Trojans are hosting class of 2029 recruit, interior offensive lineman Rhys Fa’amausili.

Dec 30, 2025; San Antonio, TX, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley watches in the first half against the TCU Horned Frogs during the Alamo Bowl at Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Heading into the 2026 season, all eyes are on the USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley.

Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley walks the field before the CFP national championship game between the TCU Horned Frogs and the Georgia Bulldogs at SoFi Stadium.

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The USC Trojans head toward hosting another weekend filled with star-studded recruits including this fast-riser.

Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley reacts after a game against the Wisconsin Badgers at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The USC Trojans once looked like a favorite to land this still-available blue chip talent before making a final college choice.

Nov 2, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley stands on the sideline during the fourth quarter against the Washington Huskies at Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

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The USC Trojans will host two rising freshmen from Trinity League power Santa Margarita.

Oct 21, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley watches from the sidelines against the Utah Utes in the first half at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Which USC Trojans commits rose in the latest recruiting rankings released on Wednesday?

Nov 4, 2017; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers former safety Troy Polamalu is recognized for his induction into the Southern California Trojans hall of fame at halftime of an NCAA football game against the Arizona Wildcats at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The USC Trojans may be adding to their history of football families with this 2027 recruit.

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Victor Valley (Calif.) running back and USC Trojans target Makai Buchanan is a highly coveted recruit in the class of 2029.

Sep 7, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley reacts against the Utah State Aggies during the second quarter at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images

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The USC Trojans hosted a pair of blue-chip linebackers from California last week.

Oct 12, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley during a time out against the Penn State Nittany Lions in the first half at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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A fast-rising Orange County talent spoke exclusively with USC Trojans on SI about his early scholarship opportunity.

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Two rising juniors from Corona Centennial (Calif.) will head to USC later this week for its prospect camp.

Mar 24, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans head coach Lindsay Gottlieb claps her hands as she walks off the court after the Trojans defeated the Mississippi State Bulldogs in an NCAA Tournament second round game at Galen Center.

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Upcoming freshman and five-star forward, Saniyah Hall, made her official visit to Southern Cal on June 8.

Dec 2, 2022; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley reacts in the first half of the Pac-12 Championship against the Utah Utes at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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After recently starring in a Nike ad, USC Trojans freshman tight end Mark Bowman's NIL deal with the company has led to a feature on the Nike app.