How a good year at USC could still send Lincoln Riley packing
The USC Trojans are facing a make-or-break year, and it’s possible that even with a good season, coach Lincoln Riley could lose his job.
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USC enters recruiting race for top-ranked Mississippi running back
The Trojans are aiming to deliver a huge statement in the south by recruiting a speedy running back weapon.
Read MoreUSC defensive lineman turns heads with offseason weight room video
USC Trojans defensive lineman Floyd Boucard posted a video from the football weight room during the offseason.
Read MoreThree rising stars on USC Trojans football coaching staff
USC coach Lincoln Riley enters the 2026 season with perhaps his best staff since he became a head coach at Oklahoma almost a decade ago.
Read MoreThree things Lincoln Riley can’t afford to have happen this season
The 2026 college football season is a big one and filled with high expectations for USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley.
Read MoreZachariah Branch reveals real reason he transferred from USC to Georgia
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Zachariah Branch revealed why he transferred from USC football to Georgia last year.
Read MoreUSC football adds brother of current freshman to 2027 class
On Monday, USC picked up a commitment from Luke Wafle’s younger brother, three-star linebacker Dylan Wafle.
Read MoreLincoln Riley’s pressure to win lands USC coach in unique rankings
As USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley prepares for the 2026 season, the pressure seems to be as high as it has ever been.
Read MoreChad Baker-Mazara discusses dismissal from USC hoops team for first time
One of the many things that went wrong for the Trojans was the situation surrounding star Chad Baker-Mazara.
Read MoreBig Ten insiders reveal 15 potential breakout players ahead of 2026 season
Here are 15 Big Ten players primed for breakout seasons in 2026 and the reasons each could become a major storyline this fall.
Read MoreCollege football QB tiers: Arch Manning, Dante Moore lead top group
College football’s 2026 QB class is shaping up to be a star-studded group headlined by several recognizable names at big brand schools.
Read MoreESPN’s Jordan Reid evaluates Top 20 QB prospects to watch for 2027 NFL Draft
The 2027 NFL Draft quarterback class is shaping up to be one of the best in recent memory ahead of upcoming CFB season inside NFL circles.
Read MoreUSC hiring Director of AI for Lincoln Riley’s football staff, per reports
The University of Southern California is reportedly hiring a Director of AI to join football coach Lincoln Riley’s staff.
Read MoreUSC, Stanford players allege ‘conspiracy’ in lawsuit against NCAA, P4, CSC
A class-action lawsuit has been filed against NCAA, power conferences and College Sports Commission alleging “conspiracy” to suppress NIL earnings.
Read MoreReport reveals Lincoln Riley, Eric Musselman financial costs for 2024 season
Tax records are showing what the Trojans paid two of the biggest names in the athletic department for the 2024 season.
Read MoreClass-action lawsuit filed against NCAA, P4 and CSC over House settlement
Two California football players have filed a class-action lawsuit against the NCAA, the power conferences and the College Sports Commission.
Read More3 from West in Sporting News Top 25 college football coach rankings for 2026
The Sporting News has a new No. 1 in Indiana’s Curt Cignetti on its annual Top 25 Coach Rankings for the 2026 season.
Read MoreUSC’s potential non-conference plan in jeopardy after Brendan Sorsby ruling
The USC Trojans have been in scheduling talks with the Texas Tech Red Raiders about a non-conference home-and-home series.
Read MoreHeartbreaking loss should not overshadow USC baseball’s remarkable season
On Sunday, the USC baseball team suffered a heartbreaking 4-3 walk-off loss to North Carolina in Game 3 of the Chapel Hill Super Regional.
Read MoreBig Ten schedule features massive stakes for Ohio St, Oregon, USC, Michigan
The college football season is ticking closer to reality, which means it’s never too early to dream about how it may play out.
Read MoreAndy Stankiewicz sounds off on USC’s performance in loss to North Carolina
The Trojans took the Game 2 loss to North Carolina 4-0, which now forces a third game to decide who moves on to Omaha.
Read MoreThree USC football additions who could become key contributors
Following the 2025 season, the Trojans and Lincoln Riley made several additions through the transfer portal and high school recruiting.
Read MoreRanking the 15 most meaningful college football games in 2026
Every college football season delivers dozens of meaningful games as some decide conference championship races and the Heisman Trophy picture.
Read MoreUSC football hosting five-star recruit with Caleb Williams connections
The USC Trojans could be adding to a prominent family lineage here as the school prepares to welcome this high-profile prospect.
Read MoreUSC football teases all-white uniforms in recruiting photo shoot
Last week, one of USC’s photo shoots for recruits caught some attention on the internet with the players wearing all-white uniforms.
Read MoreUSC AD Jen Cohen expects ‘championship run’ from Lincoln Riley in 2026
As Lincoln Riley enters his fifth season as USC football head coach, Trojans athletics director Jen Cohen is setting the bar.
Read MoreUSC baseball wins four straight, advances to first super regional since 2005
On Monday night, USC defeated Texas A&M 7-1 for its fourth victory in a row and the second straight over the No. 12 national seed Aggies.
Read MoreOn3: Drafting the Top 15 college football plays of all-time
With the start of the 2026 CFB season three long months away, it’s the perfect opportunity to reminisce about some of the most iconic plays.
Read MoreNCAA baseball tournament regionals: Live updates, schedule, scores
No. 1 UCLA’s opening day loss to four-seed Saint Mary’s nearly broke the internet on Friday, taking the college baseball world by storm.
Read MoreOne thing to love, hate about about every post-spring top 25 team
Here’s a glance at CBS Sports top 25 football teams along with a positive and negative take on each entering the summer.
Read MoreJacob Cofie officially withdraws from NBA Draft, returns to USC
This week marked the deadline for players to either withdraw from or remain in the NBA Draft.
Read MoreBig Ten post-spring intel: Breakout players, key QB battles, more
Over the next few weeks, CBS Sports will be going conference-by-conference around the Power Four with the latest post-spring intel.
Read MoreAfter pausing USC rivalry, Notre Dame extends series with Stanford
Over the past year, there has been much drama surrounding the future of the USC-Notre Dame football rivalry.
Read MoreThree keys to USC quarterback Jayden Maiava’s Heisman Trophy hopes
Trojans QB Jayden Maiava may need to have his best season, which could result in winning the Heisman Trophy.
Read MoreCBS Sports predictions for 2026 college football award winners
With spring practices now concluded, we have a better sense of which players will make a big impact on their respective teams.
Read MoreUSC’s three candidates to lead receiver room next season
In order to have a great showing next season, the performance of quarterback Jayden Maiava is something that will play a significant role.
Read MoreOn3: The top 100 players in college football for the 2026 season
The 100 names every fan, coach, scout, and message board warrior needs to know before kickoff arrives per On3.
Read MoreIf USC football has a successful 2026, one reason rises above others
If USC football has reason for optimism going into the 2026 season, it’s not hard to find the main source of a brighter outlook.
Read MoreThree receivers USC can recruit after Eli Woodward decommits
The USC Trojans football 2027 recruiting class took a sudden curveball via four-star wide receiver Eli Woodward.
Read More‘It’s time’: Lincoln Riley confident USC football ready for CFP run
USC coach Lincoln Riley hasn’t led the Trojans to the College Football Playoff, but he still knows what a playoff team looks like.
Read MoreUSC 4-star safety commit Gavin Williams discusses choosing the Trojans
On Sunday, Lincoln Riley and USC picked up another big commitment, landing four-star safety Gavin Williams.
Read MoreCBS Sports’ Big Ten post-spring football power rankings
With spring practices in the rear view and the 2026 season getting closer every day, CBS Sports looks at the Big Ten hierarchy.
Read MoreUSC continues dominant run of in-state recruiting with latest commit
Prior to last year, Lincoln Riley and his staff at USC didn’t see recruiting California as a huge priority and it showed.
Read MoreOregon, USC among college football’s 10 most complete rosters for 2026
Winning a national title takes elite talent and quality depth, and these 10 teams have the pieces to compete at college football’s top level.
Read MoreUSC Trojans four-star commit Danny Lang updates recruitment
USC cornerback commit Danny Lang has officially shut down his recruitment, he announced on Thursday.
Read MoreNotre Dame and USC might be moving toward agreement to continue the rivalry
A person familiar with the discussions publicly told The Times that Notre Dame is now willing to discuss playing the game.
Read MoreUSC baseball sets record for most home victories in program history
This past week marked the final four home games of the regular season for USC baseball and the team remained dominant at Dedeaux.
Read MoreReplacing lost production will be a significant task for USC in 2026
USC football is bringing back Jayden Maiava, some talented running backs, and a young defense intent on making improvements from 2025.
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