USC Trojans reshuffle offensive line after Kilian O’Connor’s season‑ending injury
The loss of veteran center Kilian O’Connor has forced USC to evaluate multiple options for the 2026 season, with several young players stepping into the spotlight.
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The loss of veteran center Kilian O’Connor has forced USC to evaluate multiple options for the 2026 season, with several young players stepping into the spotlight.

USC has signed 6‑foot‑10 Belgian forward Onyeka Joe Agu, the team’s 11th newcomer and third international player this season. His arrival follows Eric Reibe’s foot surgery and adds depth to a frontcourt that already includes Eric Reibe, Joshua Hughes and three freshmen.

USC linebacker Jadyn Walker reflects on his growth after returning from injury, as new coaches Mike Ekeler and AJ Howard reshape the defense and bring fresh talent into the mix.

After a decade away from the sidelines, veteran coach Gary Patterson rejoins college football as USC’s defensive coordinator, bringing a storied legacy and a hands‑on approach to a program seeking defensive renewal.

The new Bloom Football Performance Center, opened in August 2024, offers a 160,000‑square‑foot showcase of athletic excellence, featuring dual fields, advanced recovery suites and a media hub, all funded by a $50 million gift from the Bloom Family.

The newly opened Bloom Football Performance Center, built over 636 days, consolidates USC’s eleven national titles and introduces advanced training, recovery and recruitment amenities.
The newly opened Bloom Football Performance Center, a $225 million, 163,000‑square‑foot complex, promises to transform USC’s football program with cutting‑edge amenities and strategic design.

The new Bloom Football Performance Center, opened in August 2025, represents a $225 million investment that reshapes USC’s football program with advanced training, recovery amenities and a nod to its storied past.

The new Bloom Center, part of a $225 million project, replaces the old John McKay Center with cutting‑edge amenities and a partnership with Nike, while coach Lincoln Riley praises its impact on recruitment.

Alabama’s fall camp third session showcased offensive versatility and defensive intensity, with standout performances from newcomers and increased NFL interest.

Ohio State tops the AFCA preseason poll with 38 first‑place votes, while the Big Ten and SEC fill most of the top 25, and several high‑profile coaching changes loom over the upcoming season.

The universities have announced a four‑game football series beginning in 2030, restoring a rivalry that once defined college football’s most celebrated intersectional matchups.

A four‑game series scheduled between 2030 and 2033 revives the storied competition between the Trojans and the Fighting Irish, complete with the iconic Jeweled Shillelagh trophy.

The Big Ten Conference announced its 2026 women's soccer preseason poll, naming Michigan State as the favorite, while UCLA and Washington round out the top three. Alongside the rankings, the league highlighted 19 standout student‑athletes for the upcoming season.

A new agreement brings the USC‑Notre Dame rivalry back to the national stage, pairing tradition with the logistics of modern college football.

The universities have committed to a four‑game series beginning in 2030, with games slated in Los Angeles and South Bend and the first three weeks of the 2032 and 2033 seasons.

The Universities of Notre Dame and Southern California have announced a four‑game series from 2030 to 2033, reviving a rivalry that dates back to 1926 and featuring new scheduling formats and locations.

The University of Notre Dame and the University of Southern California will meet in a four‑game home‑and‑home football series from 2030 to 2033, reigniting a century‑old rivalry with games scheduled in South Bend and Los Angeles.

The latest rankings highlight the elite offensive and defensive linemen from across Orange County, showcasing their size, skill, and college commitments.

The two powerhouse programs have locked in a four‑game football series beginning in 2030, reviving a storied rivalry while focusing on athlete health and competitive balance.

After years of negotiations and public disputes, the University of Notre Dame and the University of Southern California have agreed to resume their football series, with the first game set for August 31, 2030, in Los Angeles.

USC has kicked off fall camp in its brand‑new Bloom Football Performance Center, a $100 million complex that coach Lincoln Riley describes as transformative. The Trojans will use the next four weeks there before opening the 2026 campaign against San Jose State at the Coliseum on August 29.

Predictions for LSU's 2027 rotation highlight returning aces, top transfer relievers, and a wave of freshman arms.

The latest preseason top‑25 poll highlights rising expectations for programs such as Boise State, Tennessee, SMU and Houston, while revealing critical quarterback situations and defensive upgrades that could shape the upcoming season.