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

I have a 12 Days of Christmas wish list for 2026 and if USC can deliver on these 12 things they'll make the playoffs and have a chance to earn its 12th National Championship. Segment 1.--The 12 Days of USC Football Christmas. Segment 2.--I answer questions from the every dayers who watch and listen to the show. Segment 3.--More questions from the listeners and my Must Watch Christmas movies. #usc...

USC vs Notre Dame is personal to a lot of Trojan fans and the rivalry means even more to the players who played in the games, including guys like Marvin Powell and Keyshawn Johnson. Segment 1.--MVP3 talks about his reaction when he heard the news that the rivalry is being suspended, and he also has some perspective from some other players and their feelings on the situation. Segment 2.--We all sho...

I didn't think the powers that be would let happen, however, the USC vs Notre Dame Rivalry is over for the foreseeable future and college football is the biggest loser. Segment 1.--Chris Arledge from WeAreSC.com and I talk about the the death of one of college football's greatest traditions and rivalry games coming to an unceremonious end and how it changes USC's path going forward. Segment 2.--Si...

Last week Lincoln Riley told me and the media that USC is not the same place it was two years ago and that it is in a better place no matter what happens with D'Anton Lynn. Segment 1.--Marvin Powell and I discuss Coach Riley's answers to my questions regarding Lynn staying on as USC's defensive coordinator or moving on to his alma mater Penn St. Segment 2.--The Trojans list of player that are re-s...

USC held practice on Thursday one day after the news broke that Penn St. wants to make D'Anton Lynn its next defensive coordinator. Does that mean he's staying in 2026? Segment 1.--Kendell Hollowell and I discuss the latest news surrounding USC's defensive coordinator D'Anton Lynn and whether or not he'll be with the Trojans in 2026. Segment 2.--If Lincoln Riley has to replace one of his top assis...

Michigan faces a critical coaching crossroads as Kaylin DeBoer and Kenny Dillingham emerge as frontrunners for the Wolverines’ head football coach position. Can Michigan lure DeBoer away from Alabama and shake up the Big Ten power dynamics? Conference rivals weigh in, speculating on the impact of either hire and the potential fallout if both candidates turn down the offer. Heisman buzz dominates w...

There is news concerning USC's defensive coordinator D'Anton Lynn and Penn State. Coach Lynn was supposed to meet with the media this week, however, there's been a change in plans. Segment 1.--I have the latest news regarding D'Anton Lynn and why his post practice media session has been canceled twice this week. Segment 2.--The transfer portal is filling up quickly with USC players, however, I hav...

With Jayden Maiava re-signing and coming back in 2026, the Trojans will have one of the top 5 QBs in the country. So what's the next move from USC and Husan Longstreet? Segment 1.--With Maiava returning to play QB, the Trojans will have one of the best offenses in the country with a veteran QB, and veteran and experienced offensive line that could return all 5 starters, maybe the best running back...

USC's wide receiver room is going through a change heading into 2026. Ja'Kobi Lane announced his NFL intentions and Makai Lemon is anticipated to do the same. The Trojans bowl game roster is going to be younger with guys looking to get a head start for 2026. Segment 1.--Ja'Kobi Lane made his intentions knows by announcing he will head to the NFL draft. Segment 2.--I have a list of players who are...

USC strengthened its claim as Wide Receiver U when Makai Lemon became the Trojans second Biletnikoff winner and adding his name a long list of the best to ever play.  Segment 1.--Marvin Powell III and I break down Lemon's contributions in 2025 earning the award as the country's best WR, and where he should rank among USC's all-time greats that played receiver for the Trojans. Segment 2.--When a pr...

Lake McRee has made the tight end position at USC sexy again, but he's played his last game as a Trojan after he declared for the NFL draft. Walker Lyons is the next man up as the starter, but who will join him when USC goes to a 2-tight end set? Kendell Hollowell from USC on S.I. is back and we talk about the ever-changing roster. #usc #uscfootball #uscbasketball #recruiting #transferportal, #Tro...

The USC basketball team is off to a 9-1 start and starting forward Ezra Ausar is a major reason why. I have an exclusive one-on-one interview with the guy who leads the country in FT attempts. #usc #uscfootball #uscbasketball #recruiting #transferportal, #Trojans #beattheirish #notredamefightinirish #notrdamefootball #cfp #collegefootballplayoffs #iowahawkeyes #D'antonlynn #defense #FOOTBALL #oreg...

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The Trojans have a chance to make a run in 2026 if Jayden Maiava returns to play QB one more year, and even though the schedule is difficult, the tougher games are at home. Marvin Powell III joins me to talk about USC's chances in 2026, their portal needs on defense, and the best way to fix special teams. #usc #uscfootball #uscbasketball #recruiting #transferportal, #Trojans #beattheirish #notreda...

In order for USC to get to 9-3 and a chance to win 10 games there was more good than bad in 2025 and I have the breakdown on the field and off the field.  Segment 1.--I talk about a few key areas where USC improved and even over performed, and compare it to areas that need to improve, and in a couple of cases even underperformed. Off the field the coaching staff evaluated well at the high school l...

USC plays TCU in the Alamo Bowl and the Trojans have two of the best WRs in the nation who might declare for the NFL. So who is left to play WR if they opt-out?  Segment 1.---If Makai Lemon and Ja'Kobi Lane both choose to opt-out, it will be up to Tanook Hines and a few others like Jaden Richardson, Zacharyus Williams, Josiah Zamora, and Jay Fair with experience, and true freshmen Corey Simms and...

USC's 2026 roster is going to have a new look with at least 35 incoming freshmen, however, how many Trojans are using the transfer portal to leave? Marvin Powell III and I discuss if there are too many new players leaving the program. And if playing time is an issue that's causing underclassmen to leave, how does an expanded roster help the situation? Plus USC found out who they'll play in the Ala...

USC finished with the No.1 recruiting class and there are people who are either upset with the Trojans class, or the think USC pulled off the upset. Kendell Hollowell from USC on S.I. and I discuss USC's recruiting class, the transfer portal, and a Friday rant. Segment 1.--How USC got the No. 1 class and why it's still underrated. Segment 2.--The Trojans so far have 6 players who intend to jump in...

Penn State's chaotic coaching search hits new lows—can the Nittany Lions recover before recruiting collapses? Ohio State and Indiana prepare to clash for the Big Ten Championship as rivals question who truly deserves the conference crown. The crew recaps Rivalry Week, spotlighting Ohio State’s dominant win over Michigan and Indiana’s underrated offense. Hot takes on wide receiver matchups, high-pr...

Wrap it up and put a bow on it, USC restored order and has the No.1 ranked recruiting class in the country, and they might not be done adding more talent. Marvin Powell III and I have a complete breakdown of USC's class of 35, including who will make an immediate impact and some of the under-the-radar guys Trojan fans should keep an eye on. #usc #uscfootball #uscbasketball #recruiting #transferpor...

It looks like USC will finish with the No.1 ranked recruiting class and they did it the right way with asking the recruits to be disciplined. The Trojans will have 29 of it's 35-member class enroll early which means Lincoln Riley will have a bunch on new guys ready to compete this spring for jobs. December is a busy month for Lincoln Riley, I'll explain what it all means. And the mens basketball t...

The regular season is over and USC still has a bowl game to prepare for, however, the real fun starts now with the early signing period and players transfer portal intentions. The Trojans have already seen the roster take a few losses now that the players are announcing their offseason plans, but they are also expecting to sign the No. 1 ranked recruiting class in a couple of days. I have all of t...

USC started slow against its rival on the final regular season game of the year, so despite the victory over UCLA, Marvin Powell III and I want to know what is and isn't acceptable. The Trojans have an opportunity to finish the season with 10 wins wrap a bow around it with the No.1 ranked recruiting class, and that will always be acceptable, including Lincoln Riley's message about discipline. #usc...

My instant reaction to USC's 29-10 win over UCLA. The Trojans used a 2nd half shutout to finish 9-3 and a chance to win 10 games with a bowl victory. #usc #uscfootball #uscbasketball #recruiting #transferportal, #Trojans #beattheirish #notredamefightinirish #notrdamefootball #cfp #collegefootballplayoffs #iowahawkeyes #D'antonlynn #defense #FOOTBALL #oregon #ducks #instantreaction #ncaafootball #b...

USC's No. 1 ranked recruiting class suffered a loss when one of the commitments broke Chad Bowden's No.1; When you commit to USC there is a "No More Visits Allowed" policy. The Trojans appear to be in the market for another transfer portal CB now that Jackwon Morris broke the rule. After practice D'Anton Lynn explained why the defense hasn't progressed the way everyone had hoped in its 2nd year. I...