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Nov 7, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley watches game action against the Northwestern Wildcats during the second half at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

The USC Trojans are seeing a new issue arise in their defensive secondary following cornerback Braylon Conley's entry into the transfer portal. USC may have to turn to the transfer portal to deal with this newfound depth concern in their secondary unit.

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The USC Trojans are seeing a new issue arise in their defensive secondary following cornerback Braylon Conley's entry into the transfer portal. USC may have to turn to the transfer portal to deal with this newfound depth concern in their secondary unit.

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Nov 26, 2025; Lahaina, HI, USA; USC Trojans take a team photo after they defeated the Arizona State Sun Devils in the championship match at Lahaina Civic Center. Mandatory Credit: Marco Garcia-Imagn Images

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The USC Trojans defeated the Arizona State Sun Devils 88-75 to capture their first Maui Invitational title in program history. Why Chad Baker-Mazara's outstanding performance in the tournament was key in leading the Trojans to the title

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The USC Trojans College Football Playoff hopes were dashed in their 42-27 loss on the road to the Oregon Ducks over the weekend. USC coach Lincoln Riley addressed coaching rumors while revealing what makes the upcoming rivalry game against the UCLA Bruins

Nov 16, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley watches game action against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the second half at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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Defensive lineman Bear Alexander transferred to the Oregon Ducks ahead of the 2025 season after spending two years with the USC Trojans. After USC suffered a loss against the Ducks, Alexander taunted USC on social media.

Mar 12, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; USC Trojans head coach Eric Musselman in the second half against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

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The USC Trojans men's basketball team defeated the Troy Trojans 107-106 on a buzzer-beater by one of their several talented transfers in a triple-overtime thriller. How can their transfers continue to make an impact heading into the Maui Invitational?

Mar 1, 2025; Eugene, Oregon, USA; USC Trojans head coach Eric Musselman reacts to the action in the second half against the Oregon Ducks at Matthew Knight Arena.

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The USC Trojans men's basketball team defeated the Illinois State Redbirds 87-67 in a game highlighted by transfer Rodney Rice's first career triple-double. In addition to Rice, how did the other transfer portal additions perform against Illinois State?

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The No. 17 USC Trojans will play the No. 21 Iowa State Hawkeyes on Nov. 15. Though Iowa is coming off a loss, the Hawkeyes have a chance to pull off the upset, potentially knocking the Trojans out of College Football Playoff contention.

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Entering week 11, No. 19 USC is four weeks from proving its College Football Playoff case. With a busy and record breaking coaching carousel underway, some have speculated about coach Lincoln Riley possibly leaving USC — but here’s why he won’t.

Mar 5, 2025; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA; Maryland Terrapins guard Rodney Rice (1) celebrates in the second half against the Michigan Wolverines at Crisler Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

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Former Maryland standout Rodney Rice, now a member of the USC Trojans, earns national recognition after being named to the Jerry West Shooting Guard of the Year Watchlist.

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The USC Trojans beat the Grand Canyon Lopes 67-61 in their final exhibition game on Saturday night. Several USC transfer portal additions had a massive impact in the win over Grand Canyon. What impact can USC's transfer portal class have this season?

Feb 15, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Eric Musselman reacts against the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first half at Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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One thing that USC Trojans Basketball coach Eric Musselman did well was utilize the transfer portal. Mussleman added stars like Rodney Rice and Chad-Baker Mazara to the roster, two powerful players that are bound to makes waves for USC this season.

Mar 31, 2025; Spokane, WA, USA; USC Trojans head coach Lindsay Gottlieb reacts after a play against the UConn Huskies during the first half of an Elite 8 NCAA Tournament game at Spokane Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images

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With sophomore star guard Juju Watkins sidelined by injury and Kiki Iriafen starring to the WNBA, the USC Trojans' new-look roster must redefine its identity heading into the 2025–26 Big Ten season.

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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USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley has been under fire for most of his time in Los Angeles. The Trojans have not reached the level of success they envisioned when hiring Riley four years ago, but they should remain patient with their current coach.

Jan 27, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Eric Musselman reacts against the UCLA Bruins in the first half at Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

With a retooled roster and renewed focus, USC Trojans men's basketball coach Eric Musselman and his team are looking to establish a defense-first identity built on size and intensity led by transfers Chad Baker-Mazara and Gabe Dynes.

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

The USC Trojans used the transfer portal to fill some glaring needs on the roster, but to this point in the season, they have seen mixed results on their investments. Which portal additions have been a hit, and which ones have flopped this season?

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The No. 20 USC Trojans' rush defense was dominated in the 34-24 loss to the No. 13 Notre Dame Fighting Irish on Saturday night. USC coach Lincoln Riley addressed the Trojans' issues defending the run.

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The USC Trojans are dealing with a massive amount of injuries before a rivalry game vs. Notre Dame. USC coach Lincoln Riley addressed injury updates for running backs Riley Wormley, Harry Dalton and Bryan Jackson - plus defensive lineman Floyd Boucard.

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USC Trojans' starting running backs Waymond Jordan and Eli Sanders are expected to be out for an extended period of time. What's next for USC's running back room heading into the matchup against the No. 13 Notre Dame Fighting Irish?

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The No. 20 USC Trojans are again ranked in the AP Top 25 — after a statement 31-13 victory over then-No. 15 Michigan. Despite battling key injuries, the Trojans delivered another 30-point performance, fueled by walk-on running back King Miller’s breakout

Oct 11, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans running back King Miller (30) runs for a touchdown in the second half against the Michigan Wolverines at United Airlines Field at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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The USC Trojans lost their top two running backs to injury in their 31-13 win over the Michigan Wolverines. The depth of the Trojans' running back room will be tested as they face the hardest stretch of their schedule coming up in the coming weeks.

Jan 9, 2024; Auburn, Alabama, USA; Auburn Tigers head coach Bruce Pearl talks with guard Chad Baker-Mazara (10) during the second half against the Texas A&M Aggies at Neville Arena. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images

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After Bruce Pearl’s retirement, former Auburn standout Chad Baker-Mazara begins his final college season with the USC Trojans, leading a rebuilt roster looking to prove doubters wrong.

Mar 8, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lindsay Gottlieb reacts to a foul called against her player while playing the women’s Michigan Wolverines for the Big Ten Conference Tournament semifinals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Stephanie Amador Blondet-Imagn Images

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Despite being ranked top-five in both Big Ten preseason polls, no USC players were selected to the 2025-26 Preseason All-Big Ten Team — a surprising omission ahead of the new season.

Dec 18, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Eric Musselman reacts in the fisrt half against the Cal State Northridge Matadors at Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The USC Trojans men's basketball was ranked No. 33 in a latest preseason poll as major roster turnover under coach Eric Musselman raises questions for the Trojans entering the 2025–26 season.

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The USC Trojans are on their first of two bye weeks this season. Southern Cal is coming off its first loss of the season, before facing the Michigan on Oct. 11. So, fans submitted their questions surrounding the program.

Nov 13, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Eric Musselman reacts against the Texas-Arlington Mavericks at Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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USC Trojans head coach Eric Musselman updated the status of newcomers Chad Baker-Mazara and Rodney Rice, two key transfers expected to lead the Trojans’ rebuilt roster this season.