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

Big Ten playoff chaos looms as Michigan, Ohio State, Oregon, and Washington battle for a potential four-team bid. Which powerhouse will emerge, and could the Big Ten really send a record number of squads to the College Football Playoff? Spencer McLaughlin leads the debate with Roman Tomashoff, Jacob Goins, Chris Gordy, and Craig Shemon breaking down CFP scenarios, playoff committee rankings, and m...

Brian Smith from the Locked On Portal Show and I discuss USC's growth and high school player development. But where do the Trojans need more transfer help? Lincoln Riley and his staff have had a mixed bag job success when it comes to evaluating help from the transfer portal, and Brian I look at the successes and where USC needs to find more help. #usc #uscfootball #uscbasketball #recruiting #trans...

The Trojans men's basketball team took home the Maui Invitational Championship and are undefeated at 7-0. When the next rankings are released USC, will USC see it's name? #usc #uscfootball #uscbasketball #recruiting #transferportal, #Trojans #beattheirish #notredamefightinirish #notrdamefootball #cfp #collegefootballplayoffs #iowahawkeyes #D'antonlynn #defense #FOOTBALL #oregon #ducks #instantreac...

USC is going from one emotionally charged game against Oregon to its rivalry game vs UCLA. Will this be a test for USC's new culture playing a bad Bruins team? Marvin Powell III and I discuss Lincoln Riley's post-practice answers as he prepares the Trojans for the Crosstown Showdown #usc #uscfootball #uscbasketball #recruiting #transferportal, #Trojans #beattheirish #notredamefightinirish #notrdam...

Lincoln Riley is asked to talk about certain subjects after the game, and the questions after wins and losses take on a different tone. I'll tell you what USC's head coach said about to three specific questions about winning, what it means, and the fans. The early signing period is less than two weeks away and the rumors about flips are coming in hot and heavy. I'll let you know if the Trojans No....

The Trojans were close again but they still came up short against a ranked team on the road. Marvin Powell III and discuss the next steps in USC's climb. We also start diving into the last game of the year when USC hosts their Crosstown Rival, UCLA. #usc #uscfootball #uscbasketball #recruiting #transferportal, #Trojans #beattheirish #notredamefightinirish #notrdamefootball #cfp #collegefootballpla...

The Trojans had their chances against Oregon, however, they made too many mental mistakes and special teams never got on the airplane. #usc #uscfootball #uscbasketball #recruiting #transferportal, #Trojans #beattheirish #notredamefightinirish #notrdamefootball #cfp #collegefootballplayoffs #iowahawkeyes #D'antonlynn #defense #FOOTBALL #oregon #ducks #instantreaction #ncaafootball #big10 #big10foot...

The Trojans fought hard but couldn't run the ball and when you couple that with their Inability to stop the DUCKS from running the ball, this game was just not in the cards for the Men of Troy.   Lincoln Riley called a good game but Dan Lanning called a better one. For every good thing the Trojans did the Ducks did 1 1/2 better things. The Ducks did a great job eliminating the dominance of Makai L...

Kendell Hollowell from USC on S.I is back for another Friday's Rant show as well as to offer some insight into how and why USC can win on the road at Oregon. #usc #uscfootball #uscbasketball #recruiting #transferportal, #Trojans #beattheirish #notredamefightinirish #notrdamefootball #cfp #collegefootballplayoffs #iowahawkeyes #D'antonlynn #defense #FOOTBALL #oregon #ducks #instantreaction #ncaafoo...

Big Ten College Football Playoff chaos looms as Oregon Ducks face USC Trojans in a game that could determine whether three, four, or even five conference teams make the expanded playoff. Can the Trojans pull off the upset in Eugene and crash the party? The panel breaks down Oregon's defensive dominance against USC's explosive passing attack, Michigan Wolverines' controversial playoff path despite...

All of a national pundits are picking Oregon to beat USC and are giving the Trojans no chance to win because they've lost twice to ranked teams on the road. Marvin Powell III and I will give you the road map to a USC Victory and why the Ducks have more pressure on them than the Trojans. #usc #uscfootball #uscbasketball #recruiting #transferportal, #Trojans #beattheirish #notredamefightinirish #not...

No.15 USC is a big underdog on the road to No.7 Oregon, however, it's the biggest game of the week and everyone will be watching around the country. ESPN Game Day will be there and I'll tell why this game has implications beyond making the playoffs. Segment 1, is all about how big the game is and what it means on and off the field. Segment 2, breaks down which team has certain advantages and weakn...

With two more regular season wins, USC will have a chance to make history and earn its first playoff bid. Marvin Powell III and I break it all down by taking one final look back at the Trojans 26-21 come-from-behind victory over Iowa, while looking ahead to this week's game against Oregon.  #usc #uscfootball #uscbasketball #recruiting #transferportal, #Trojans #beattheirish #notredamefightinirish...

USC is now an official card carrying member of the B1G Conference following their win at home over Iowa in less than ideal conditions earning its "B1G Conference Member Card." I explain what made USC's win so impressive to those who think the Trojans are soft. I also have questions to answer from Locked On USC's Mailbag. #usc #uscfootball #uscbasketball #recruiting #transferportal, #Trojans #nebra...

My instant reaction to USC's 26-21 come-from-behind win at home over Iowa in the rain. #usc #uscfootball #uscbasketball #recruiting #transferportal, #Trojans #nebraskafootball #cornhuskers #beattheirish #notredamefightinirish #notrdamefootball #cfp #collegefootballplayoffs #michiganstate #michiganwolverines #michiganfootball #D'antonlynn #defense  #FOOTBALL # #instantreaction #ncaafoot ball #big10...

USC TROJANS stage dramatic comeback against Iowa, shutting out the Hawkeyes in the second half for a 26-21 victory. Can this defensive turnaround propel the Trojans into playoff contention?   Pete Fox breaks down USC's impressive second-half adjustments, highlighting MAKAI LEMON's spectacular 10-catch, 153-yard performance and JAYDEN MAIAVA's composed quarterback play. The analysis covers KING MIL...

USC hosts Iowa this week so Locked On USC and  Locked On Hawkeyes got together to talk about the upcoming game and remember some previous matchups.  #usc #uscfootball #uscbasketball #recruiting #transferportal, #Trojans #nebraskafootball #cornhuskers #beattheirish #notredamefightinirish #notrdamefootball #cfp #collegefootballplayoffs #michiganstate #michiganwolverines #michiganfootball #D'antonlyn...

Big Ten playoff hopes hang in the balance as conference chaos continues. How many teams will crash the College Football Playoff party? Ten Big Ten podcast hosts break down the latest rankings and deliver predictions for Week 12's crucial matchups. The discussion covers Iowa's historic struggles on the West Coast ahead of their USC showdown, Michigan State's defensive collapse against Penn State, a...

USC's home field advantage against Iowa could be canceled out by all the rain that's anticipated which fits the Hawkeyes style of football more than the Trojans. Marvin Powell III and I discuss the upcoming game and the behind the scenes stuff that goes into playing what Lincoln Riley calls "Big Boy Football." #usc #uscfootball #uscbasketball #recruiting #transferportal, #Trojans #nebraskafootball...

USC's offensive numbers in 2025 are similar to their 2005 production despite multiple injuries to key players and not having two Heisman winners in the backfield. Ryan Dyrud who covers USC for the LAFB Network brings his insights this episode. I asked him if this is Lincoln Riley's best coaching job since he took over, and we also preview the Trojans game against the Hawkeyes this Saturday.   #usc...

USC faces a huge test this weekend in their homecoming game against Iowa, however, first Marvin Powell III and I are giving out report cards from the win over Northwestern. #usc #uscfootball #uscbasketball #recruiting #transferportal, #Trojans #nebraskafootball #cornhuskers #beattheirish #notredamefightinirish #notrdamefootball #cfp #collegefootballplayoffs #michiganstate #michiganwolverines #mich...

Lincoln Riley and USC are being questioned for the way they interpreted the B1G Conference rule book and using "unfair tactics" on their fake punt against Northwestern. I will explain what the Conference said and why the outside voices are all wrong. The Trojans are ascending in the polls, but will they have enough time to climb high enough after starting outside the polls to start the season? USC...

USC improved to 7-2 with their win over Northwestern and they did it by making the right adjustments on both sides of the ball in the 2nd half. Marvin Powell III and I break down the game and the plays that changed the complexion helping the Trojans dominate the Wildcats! #usc #uscfootball #uscbasketball #recruiting #transferportal, #Trojans #nebraskafootball #cornhuskers #beattheirish #notredamef...

My Instant Reaction to USC beating up Northwestern 38-17 and improving to 7-2 on the season! #usc #uscfootball #uscbasketball #recruiting #transferportal, #Trojans #nebraskafootball #cornhuskers #beattheirish #notredamefightinirish #notrdamefootball #cfp #collegefootballplayoffs #michiganstate #michiganwolverines #michiganfootball #D'antonlynn #defense  #FOOTBALL # #instantreaction #ncaafoot ball...

USC TROJANS dominate NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS 38-17 in Friday night showcase at the Coliseum. Can quarterback JAYDEN MAIAVA and this explosive offense carry momentum into a ranked matchup? Pete Fox breaks down the TROJANS' commanding victory, highlighting MAKAI LEMON's untouchable 11-catch, 161-yard performance and true freshman KING MILLER's breakout 127-yard rushing display. The analysis covers USC...