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Aug 28, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Makai Lemon (9) during warmups against the Cincinnati Bengals at Lincoln Financial Field.

The USC Trojans have 29 former players on NFL rosters heading into the 2026 season.

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The USC Trojans have 29 former players on NFL rosters heading into the 2026 season.

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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

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Where do these two former USC Trojans stars rank among the top 25 players in the NFL under the age of 25?

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

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Houston Texans safety Kamari Ramsey was selected in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL Draft after playing the 2024 and 2025 season with the USC Trojans.

Feb 27, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Southern California wideout Ja'Kobi Lane (WO27) speaks to members of the media during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

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This former USC wide receiver opted to stay loyal to the Trojans rather than transfer and chase after NIL money.

Jul 29, 2026; Ownings Mills, MD, USA; Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Ja’Kobi Lane (6) stretches during practice at the Under Armour Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images

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Former USC Trojans stars, Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Ja'Kobi Lane and Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Makai Lemon caught up with one another after the preseason opener.

Aug 5, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) stands on the field during training camp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

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Here is the latest from NFL training camp from former USC Trojans stars: Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams and Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold.

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Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Ja'Kobi Lane and Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Makai Lemon were two of the three USC Trojans selected in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Jul 30, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Makai Lemon (9) during training camp at Jefferson Health Training Complex. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

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The two USC Trojans wide receivers that were selected in the 2026 NFL Draft are making plays early on in training camp.

Jun 9, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles Makai Lemon (9) during minicamp at Jefferson Health Training Complex.

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Returning USC Trojans wide receiver Tanook Hines pulled back the curtain on the motivation the two NFL wideouts left for him.

Feb 8, 2026; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Southern California Trojans guard Alijah Arenas (0) defends as Penn State Nittany Lions guard Freddie Dilione V (5) dribbles the ball during the second half at Bryce Jordan Center. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images

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There are two USC Trojans players projected to be picked in the top 12 of the 2027 NBA Draft next June, including guard Alijah Arenas at No.1 overall.

Nov 24, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison (3) exits the field after the game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Bartel-Imagn Images

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Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison and Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. were both ranked among the best No. 2 wideouts in the NFL.

Nov 29, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava (14) and head coach Lincoln Riley react after the game against the UCLA Bruins at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.

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The USC Trojans have 13 representatives ranked in the top 1,000 NFL Draft prospects by the East-West Shrine Bowl.

Jun 11, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) speaks during Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

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Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is one of two former USC Trojans stars ranked among the best young players in the NFL.

Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown celebrates the 31-23 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the NFC divisional round at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024.

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A pair of former USC Trojans wide receivers, Amon-Ra St. Brown and Drake London, are ranked among the best wideouts in the NFL.

Apr 30, 2006; Tempe, AZ, USA; Former USC quarterback Matt Leinart answers questions from the Arizona media during a press conference at the Arizona Cardinals training facility. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-US Presswire Copyright Rick Scuteri

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Sports Illustrated ranked four USC Trojans players among their top 50 college football players of all-time.

May 31, 2025; Corvallis, OR, USA; USC pitcher Mason Edwards (30) throws the ball during the fourth inning against Saint Mary's at the NCAA Corvallis Regional at Goss Stadium.

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USC left-hander Mason Edwards made history as the program's highest MLB Draft pick in 17 years, but his draft position represents more than just himself.

May 31, 2025; Corvallis, OR, USA; USC head coach Andy Stankiewicz takes questions after a game against Saint Mary's at the NCAA Corvallis Regional at Goss Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

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USC Trojans catcher Augie Lopez was selected in the 10th round of the 2026 MLB Draft by the San Diego Padres.

Sep 23, 2023; Tempe, Arizona, USA; USC Trojans quarterback Caleb Williams (13) during the pregame warmup before playing the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium.

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With 42 active players in the NFL, this is how an all-USC Trojans team would look in the upcoming season.

Aug 17, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) warms up before the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Soldier Field.

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A couple of former USC Trojans stars turned Chicago Bears were back in Southern California on USC's campus.

Sep 10, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Toronto Raptors and USC Trojans former guard DeMar DeRozan (left) poses with USC Trojans athletic director Lynn Swann attend a NCAA football game against the Utah State Aggies at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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With the 2026 NBA Draft set to begin, it is time to take a look back at the USC Trojans and the success that USC has had in preparing players for the NBA.

Dec 21, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London (5) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Outlook on the former USC Trojans wide receivers on their respective NFL teams.

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 bring back towering defender Braylan Shelby, who'll have a more expanded defensive role that could mean NFL attention for him.

Apr 5, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard DeMar DeRozan (10) before the game against the LA Clippers at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

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The USC Trojans' NBA production for the 2025-26 season was among the very best compared to colleges around the country.

Jun 9, 2026; Renton, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) during minicamp at Virginia Mason Athletic Center.

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The two former USC Trojans quarterbacks in the NFL, Seattle Seahawks' Sam Darnold and Chicago Bears' Caleb Williams, have the league's attention.

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

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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.