Locked On USC - Daily Podcast on USC Trojans Football & Basketball

USC's 2025 roster is set until spring camp; I assess USC's offense needs ahead of spring camp and discuss whether Lincoln Riley and Chad Bowden will be shopping in the transfer portal. Trojans Offensive Line Coach Zach Hanson has been busy since taking over the room and I have the latest news on guys offered and where USC stands with their recruitment. The Best & Worst road trips in the B1G & Pac-...

USC's football recruiting numbers are upside down. 2025's talent level is really good but most of the class is coming from all over the country.--Just 5 of the 23 high school commitments are from California. The 2026 class is now the focus of the staff, and the numbers look better. I have the details in the first segment. During the second segment, I have a few quotes from Lincoln Riley on Nationa...

Chad Savage was the first assistant coach hired this offseason and he's also one of the keys to USC regaining the foothold with Southern California recruiting. The first segment of the show highlights Coach Savage's strengths and why he could have an immediate impact. Now the 2025 class is completed, it's time to look ahead to 2026's recruiting class. The state of California, and Southern Californ...

Coaching changes shake up the Big Ten landscape! Ohio State's recent staff adjustments, following their national championship win, have left fans buzzing. How will these shifts impact the Buckeyes' future? Dive into the latest college football insights as we explore the coaching dynamics at Ohio State, Penn State, and Washington. Key figures like Jim Knowles and Matt Rule are at the center of thes...

It was National Letter of Intent signing day, however, the biggest stories were the new GM and coaching staff introductions. Lincoln Riley spent a few minutes talking about USC's two newest 2025 commits, Jayden Ramos and AJ Tuitele, however, everyone's attention was focused on Chad Bowden, Chad Savage, Rob Ryan, and Trovon Reed's introduction to the local media. I have all the notes, quotes, and u...

One day before National Letter of Intent Day, USC found a late diamond in the rough on defense for its 2025 recruiting class. Eric Henderson & Shaun Nua found a 6-foot-5, 220 defensive edge rusher from the state of Texas who compliments the rest of the defensive line class, and I have all the details. The Trojans might add one more player to the class on signing day too. USC also made some more ad...

USC recruiting doesn't need to go far away from home to find what they need. California and Southern California in general have all the necessary recruits needed to make USC's roster a championship roster. I have more feedback from the Trojans Jr. Day and the the word is USC made a big impression on the kids from the neighborhood! In the second segment, I have some names for All-American considera...

Lincoln Riley and Eric Musselman had a great Saturday on the same day. Riley and his staff hosted some of the top recruits in the country for its February Jr. Day. and Coach Muss led the Trojans to an upset win at home over the Michigan St. Spartans. I have all the details from the day, including quotes from the recruits and coaches. #usc #uscfootball #uscbasketball #recruiting #chadbowden #transf...

Lincoln Riley's staff is hosting some of the best high school recruits from California this weekend and this episode is focused on recruiting. The Trojans 2025 recruiting cycle looks like it will finish with a top-15 class and the 2nd-ranked 2026 class could be No.1  when the February signing day next week. Coach Musselman's 2025 recruiting class moved up to No.6 in the country when Alijah Arenas...

Can the Ohio State Buckeyes maintain their dominance in college football amidst coaching shake-ups and fierce recruitment battles? Dive into the latest buzz surrounding the Big Ten conference as we explore the impact of Jim Knowles' move to Penn State and the high-stakes world of NIL deals. Join Craig Shemon and guests like Jay Stephens and Spencer McLaughlin as they dissect the evolving strategie...

The Trojans won't have too many draft picks in the 2025 NFL Draft, however, the quality outweighs the lack of quantity. In the first segment, I talk about Jonah Monheim, Jaylin Smith, and Woody Marks's week at the Reeses Sr. Bowl and how each of  their draft stocks is on the rise. In the second segment, I talk about five players who I can see starting for the Trojans in 2025, and why what they do...

USC's football coaching staff added another member with Trovon Reed being named as the Trojans' new Cornerbacks coach. Reed is not only considered a good developer of talent but he's also known as an "Elite Recruiter." The Reed news wasn't the only move with USC's personnel; Annie Hanson announced she is stepping down from her position. I have all the details and what it means. In the second segme...

USC hosted UCLA in the first basketball Crosstown Showdown of the season and the Trojans couldn't make an FT when they needed to and it cost them the game down the stretch. I have my postgame instant reaction in the first segment. In the show's second segment, I offer more perspective on USC's new general manager hire, plus how he can hit the ground running when the recruits show up on USC's campu...

USC and Lincoln Riley added one more piece to the championship puzzle when they hired Chad Bowden to be its new general manager. Bowden is largely credited with setting up Notre Dame's run to the CFP championship game. I have the details and I also offer my perspective on the hire and the impact it could have. #usc #uscfootball #uscbasketball #recruiting #chadbowden #transferportal #texasam, #lasv...

It's not about how you start but how you finish. Lincoln Riley can help his team finish stronger if he starts the season with strong play-calling. I explain in detail during the first segment. USC football usually starts the season strong and ranked in the preseason polls. However, the Trojans have failed to finish ranked for the 2nd consecutive season. The 3rd segment wraps up the episode by me c...

Ohio State Buckeyes clinch the national championship, sparking debates on the future of college football. How will NIL deals reshape the landscape for teams like Ohio State, Michigan, and USC? Join host Craig Sheman and guests Jay Stevens, Zach Anderson, Spencer, Roman, Zach Seiko, and Mark as they explore Ohio State's path to victory and the impact of NIL on college sports. Discover insights into...

USC and Lincoln Riley are known for having elite QBs every year. The question heading into 2025 is, does USC have one of the top 10 QBs returning? I take a look at the current situation and compare it against USC's schedule. In the second segment, I have some recruiting news, plus, where the coaching staff is emphasizing their time and who are getting offers. Both of the Trojan basketball teams wo...

USC has already started its winter conditioning this offseason and the spring game will be here sooner than later. So who will you be focused on the most when the spring game is played? I have a couple of players on defense that have piqued my interest in the first segment. Now that the "Honeymoon Phase" is over between Lincoln Riley and the fans, I want to know how close or far away the Trojans a...

When does the honeymoon end between USC and Lincoln Riley? The Trojans are heading into year 4, and fans are still willing to make excuses for the team's lack of on-the-field success. I spend the first segment explaining why the honeymoon is over. Who is Rob Ryan? I peel back the curtain and discuss his personality and why he's the right guy to coach at USC. In the 3rd segment, I want to know why...

USC's coaching staff is whole again. Over the weekend Lincoln Riley and D'Anton Lynn welcomed Rob Ryan to the Trojan Family as the new linebacker coach. The addition of Ryan gives USC arguably the best defensive staff in the country. I talk about what Rob brings to the table with his 35 years of coaching experience and how his name cache will help with recruiting. #usc #uscfootball #recruiting #tr...

Lincoln Riley retained his most important coach when USC extended D'Anton Lynn's contract and shutting down any speculation that Lynn would leave for the open Penn St. job. In the first segment, I explain why this was a significant development. USC's 2025 schedule is much easier than the 2024 slate and it could open up the opportunity for Lincoln Riley to consider starting a true freshman at QB. I...

Ohio State Buckeyes are set to clash with Notre Dame Fighting Irish in a high-stakes national championship showdown. Can the Buckeyes' formidable defense and star players like Travion Henderson and Quinn Sean Judkins overpower Notre Dame's strategic plays? Join Craig Sheman and guests, including Spencer McLaughlin and Jay Stevens, as they dissect Ohio State's journey to the championship, analyze t...

USC's coaching staff lost another assistant coach when the Washington Huskies added Taylor Mays to its staff. Mays will be Washington's new safety position coach and I explain how the loss of Mays affects USC. How many difference makers are there on Lincoln Riley's roster? I have a list of players and I talk about some of the past greats that USC has had on both sides of the ball for context. Eric...

USC's 2025 defense added another key piece to its depth chart when they signed safety Bishop Fitzgerald out of the transfer portal. The former North Carolina St. defender is considered a playmaker and a ballhawk, which is something the Trojans lacked in 2024. One of the Trojans' young offensive linemen was recognized by the FWAA as a freshman All-American. Elijah Paige is just the most recent exam...

USC needed to add some experienced depth to its WR room this offseason, and they found one in the transfer portal to start the week. Prince Strachan(pronounced Strawn) just finished playing for Boise St in the playoffs and has two more years of eligibility left, will join Ja'Kobi Lane, Makai Lemon, and veteran Jay Fair. I have the details. The Trojan fans are still waiting for the next linebacker...