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USC Trojans Preseason All-Big Ten Surge | USC Trojans Football News
USC’s football team is heating up early for 2026, with nine players earning Athlon Sports Preseason All-Big Ten honors—fueling hopes they’ll finally crack the College Football Playoff under Lincoln Riley’s fifth season. Quarterback Jayden Maiava, backed by returning stars Waymond Jordan and rising WR Tanook Hines, leads a potent offense anchored by elite linemen Elijah Paige and Alani Noa. On defense, standout defenders like Jontez Williams, Jahkeem Stewart, Kameryn Crawford, and breakout linebacker Desman Stephens II are poised to anchor a revamped unit under new coaching. Kickoff against…
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