Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Jontez Williams across Football.
The Trojans' season opener against San Jose State revealed a potent offensive core anchored by Maiava, Miller and Mosley, yet defensive shortcomings and individual struggles highlighted areas requiring immediate attention.
San Jose State enters its 2026 football opener as a heavy underdog against a Trojan squad led by Heisman hopeful Jayden Maiava and veteran coordinator Gary Patterson, with heat and national TV adding extra pressure.
The 2026 preseason AP All‑American teams omitted eight of the AP’s Top 25 programs, highlighting the competitive depth of college football and raising questions about the voting process.
Transfer cornerback Jontez Williams arrives in Los Angeles with a track record of interceptions, tackles and physical play, aiming to fortify the Trojans' defense for the upcoming season.
After a promising reclassification and a series of standout plays, RJ Sermons is poised to become a cornerstone of USC’s defense in the upcoming season.
With a revamped defense, a top‑ranked recruiting class and a $200‑million performance center, the Trojans are betting on talent and infrastructure to break a 12‑year playoff drought.
With a loaded recruiting class and key returning players, USC is poised to contend for a playoff spot, but defensive uncertainties and a tough schedule could test the Trojans' resolve.
After missing spring practice with injuries, USC's key cornerbacks are now cleared for fall camp, joining a secondary that aims to anchor the Trojans' title aspirations.
The University of Southern California's football program is preparing for the 2026 season, with fall practice set to begin on July 31. The early start is driven by a non‑conference game against San Jose State, and the roster features returning starters, high‑profile recruits, and a new defensive coordinator.
With the nation’s No. 1 recruiting class, quarterback Jayden Maiava’s returning production and a revamped defense led by Hall of Fame coordinator Gary Patterson, the Trojans are poised to turn early momentum into a playoff‑ready campaign.
Preseason polls place Ohio State at the top, Iowa at eighth, and highlight All‑Big Ten selections and player of the year favorites as media days begin in Chicago.
The USA TODAY NETWORK released its preseason Big Ten football outlook, projecting the Wisconsin Badgers to finish 13th. Sophomore linebacker Mason Posa is the only Badger recognized on the preseason all‑conference team, while the program adopts a wait‑and‑see approach despite roster upgrades.
EA Sports' College Football 27 brings a new generation of college football gaming, featuring USC's standout players and a roster that highlights both high ratings and notable omissions.
The 2024 offseason saw fifteen head coaches dismissed, a wave of player transfers, and several high‑profile hires that are reshaping the landscape of college football.
Pro Football Focus’s 2026 top‑50 rankings highlight Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith at No. 1 and quarterback Julian Sayin at No. 4, underscoring the team’s championship outlook and a schedule littered with elite opponents.
From defensive stalwarts to dynamic playmakers, the latest wave of transfers brings experience and star power to the Big Ten.
A deep dive into USC’s 2026 football outlook, highlighting quarterback Jayden Maiava, a fortified offensive line, defensive upgrades under Gary Patterson, and a revamped special teams unit.
Four Trojans earn preseason All-Big Ten nods, joining six total selections that include first‑team standouts Makai Lemon and Bishop Fitzgerald. Their stories reflect both promise and perseverance.
With a 9‑4 finish in 2025 and a top‑ranked recruiting class, the Trojans are betting on new talent to chase a College Football Playoff spot.
After a season marked by setbacks in the secondary, USC is banking on the health and skill set of transfer Jontez Williams to restore depth and playmaking ability for the upcoming campaign.
Indiana leads the latest preseason top 25, with Oregon, Ohio State and a host of other programs rounding out the early rankings. Key players and coaching storylines promise a competitive year.
The 2026 season will be defined by a wave of talent moving through the transfer portal, with standout players projected to transform their new programs and influence the national picture.
USC's defense is set for a shake‑up as former Iowa State cornerback Jontez Williams joins the program, bringing a blend of Big 12 experience and physical readiness that could reshape the Trojans’ backfield.
CBS Sports has unveiled its preliminary predictions for the major individual awards that will be contested in the 2026 college football season, highlighting quarterbacks, defenders and specialists who could shape the upcoming narrative