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USC Trojans Rise in 2026 | USC Trojans Football News
USC Trojans are heating up for 2026, ranked 14th in both major polls despite losing key receivers Makai Lemon and Ja’Kobi Lane. Quarterback Jayden Maiava, entering his third year under Lincoln Riley, is poised for a breakout season with projected 4,000+ passing yards, while Tanook Hines steps into the No. 1 receiver role alongside transfer Terrell Anderson. On the ground, walk-on King Miller and junior-college transfer Waymond Jordan aim for big rushing numbers. Defensively, new coordinator Gary Patterson’s scheme could unlock stars like Desman Stephens II (tackles), Kameryn Crawford (sacks)…
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