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USC head coach Lincoln Riley says a 24‑team College Football Playoff would not dilute the sport’s quality and would honor the game’s heritage while giving more teams a shot at the national stage
USC prepares for a competitive 2026 football season highlighted by head coach Lincoln Riley's vision, quarterback Jayden Maiava's potential final year, and a schedule packed with marquee matchups, with tickets already on sale.
Recent College Football Playoff results show the Big Ten outperforming the SEC, prompting coaches and commissioners to revisit long‑held assumptions about conference strength.
Recent playoff results show the Big Ten outperforming the SEC, prompting a reevaluation of conference hierarchies.
The Trojans' rise to the fourth spot in the latest College Football Playoff predictions reflects a confluence of innovative coaching, elite quarterback performance, and a defense that has tightened just in time for the season's critical stretch.
The USC Trojans, led by coach Lincoln Riley, are poised to return to the College Football Playoff in 2026, driven by returning star quarterback Jayden Maiava and a challenging schedule that includes key matchups against Oregon, Ohio State, Penn State and Indiana.
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.
Early projections rank the conference’s most promising quarterbacks, highlighting Dante Moore’s lead and the emerging talents behind him.
The Big Ten is prepared to eliminate its championship game if a 24‑team playoff gains traction, a move backed by several conferences but resisted by the SEC.
The Big Ten Conference is weighing the removal of its championship game if a 24‑team playoff becomes reality, a move championed by commissioner Tony Petitti and backed by several power conferences.
The Big Ten is considering eliminating its championship game to accommodate a 24‑team playoff, a proposal backed by several conferences and coaches but opposed by the SEC.
The conference’s plan to replace its title game with a 24‑team playoff has drawn backing from several power conferences and coaches, while the SEC voices reservations.
The Big Ten is considering scrapping its championship game if a 24‑team playoff is adopted, a move championed by commissioner Tony Petitti and backed by several conferences, while the SEC remains opposed.
At the Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago, USC head coach Lincoln Riley outlined the team’s ambitions, citing a top recruiting class and the potential of quarterback Jayden Maiava for Heisman consideration.
The Big Ten’s recent Media Days underscored confidence in competition with the SEC, featuring key storylines from Penn State’s new coach to USC’s playoff pressure.
USC coach Lincoln Riley outlined his vision for a playoff‑ready Trojans squad, emphasizing strategic hires, quarterback progress and the potential return of the USC‑Notre Dame rivalry.
Lincoln Riley, celebrated for his coaching achievements and player development, has been named to the 2026 Dodd Trophy preseason watch list, positioning him for the upcoming season's top honor.
An analysis of the programs most likely to break into the 12‑team College Football Playoff in 2026, highlighting recent performances and key storylines.
A USA TODAY Sports panel has placed Lincoln Riley 19th among college football coaches for the 2026 season, highlighting both his past brilliance and the challenges he faces at USC.
The latest Big Ten preseason media poll places the Iowa Hawkeyes at No. 8, while traditional powerhouses such as Ohio State, Oregon and Indiana headline a list of teams wrestling with question marks as the 2026 campaign approaches.
USC head coach Lincoln Riley has been named to the preseason watch list for the Bobby Dodd Coach of the Year Trophy, an award that honors coaching excellence, academic achievement, leadership and integrity.
The latest Big Ten preseason media poll ranks the Iowa Hawkeyes eighth, prompting discussion about the conference's title contenders and the challenges each team faces.
Penn State head coach Matt Campbell joins three key players for a live media availability at the Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago, highlighting health updates and season expectations.