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

The USC Trojans enter the 2026 season with high expectations, and much of their success could hinge on the development of the defensive line.

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The USC Trojans enter the 2026 season with high expectations, and much of their success could hinge on the development of the defensive line.

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USC Trojans offensive lineman Tobias Raymond

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The USC Trojans may have to slide former tackle Tobias Raymond over one more time amid Killian O'Connor's injury.

Sep 20, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley speaks with the official during the second half at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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USC Trojans sophomore Chasen Johnson returns after being limited to just two games last season because of a season-ending knee injury.

Feb 8, 2026; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Eric Musselman looks on from the bench during the second half against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Bryce Jordan Center. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images

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The USC Trojans look to land this talented transfer player from the Villanova Wildcats.

Oct 25, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley is interviewed by FOX reporter Allison Williams after the game against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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One USC Trojans freshman receiver was a standout in spring practice and has carried that momentum into fall camp.

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The USC Trojans are getting closer to their first signee of 2028, but must pull ahead of conference rivals and SEC programs during gameday visits.

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.

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Here's a breakdown of the areas of the USC Trojans football roster that should improve as they prepare for a high-stakes 2026 season.

Oct 14, 2023; South Bend, Indiana, USA; USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley and Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman chat before the game at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-USA TODAY Sports

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The USC Trojans have a long history of success that has resulted them in becoming an enemy for multiple college football programs.

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The USC Trojans make a true investment into the program and players with the brand-new Bloom Performance Football Center.

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

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USC Trojans defensive end Jadyn Ramos is competing in fall camp for a large role in year two.

Dec 27, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley embraces offensive lineman Kilian O'Connor (67) after the game against the Texas A&M Aggies at Allegiant Stadium.

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The USC Trojans have some shuffling to do with center Kilain O'Connor out for the season with an injury.

Sep 2, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley (leff) and wide receivers coach Dennis Simmons react against the Nevada Wolf Pack in the second half at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

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USC Trojans sophomore receiver Corey Simms was a key special teams player last year with breakout potential in 2026.

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

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Alex VanSumeren goes in depth about the USC Trojans' fall camp, playing with Jahkeem Stewart, being coached by Gary Patterson and more.

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The USC Trojans individual award nominations throughout coach Lincoln Riley's fifth 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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The USC Trojans held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Aug. 5 to officially open their world-class Bloom Football Performance Center.

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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The USC Trojans 2027 recruiting class is currently ranked sixth in the Big Ten conference, behind this huge rival of theirs.

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Following the official reveal of the new Bloom Performance Center, USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley shared his thoughts on the new facility and its functions.

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The USC Trojans players are already benefiting from the new USC Trojans Bloom Football Performance Center.

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' Lincoln Riley delivered tough injury news along the offensive lineman at the start of fall camp.

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USC Trojans freshman receiver Boobie Feaster is a highly touted recruit that has made waves early in fall camp.

Mar 7, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Eric Musselman reacts against the UCLA Bruins at the Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The USC Trojans and coach Eric Musselman look to get off to a strong start to the season with wins over these two teams in the Acrisure Series this November.

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

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In the 2028 recruiting cycle, the USC Trojans are battling their Big Ten rivals for the talents of this in-state, four-star defensive back.

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

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Following the fifth practice of fall camp, Jide Abasiri opened up about the changes he's seen inside the USC Trojans program.

USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley and defensive line coach Shaun Nua celebrate on the sideline.

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Former North Carolina State transfer Terrell Anderson shared who challenged him the most after speaking exclusively with USC Trojans on SI.

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

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USC Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava spoke to reporters after the fifth day of fall camp.