Cameron Smith's USC Legacy | USC Trojans Football News

USC Trojans Football Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 25, 2026 · 1m

Thirty-five days until kickoff, and USC’s countdown shines a spotlight on linebacker Cameron Smith — a Trojan standout from 2015 to 2018 who turned heads with three interceptions as a freshman, including a touchdown, and racked up 353 tackles, 11 passes defended, and 3.5 sacks. A two-time All-Pac-12 selection and team captain, Smith’s legacy was cemented before his NFL journey with the Vikings, which was tragically cut short by open heart surgery in 2020, leading to his medical retirement in 2021. His impact on the program endures as USC honors him ahead of the 2026 season opener against San…