USC LAFB: A USC Trojans Show

The USC Trojans lose to the TCU Horned Frogs 30-27 in overtime. There is plenty to be upset about, but there are also many positives to take away from the young players who were thrust into starting roles. There is a lot to get into, but I give my immediate reaction to the loss. Tune in and make sure to like and subscribe to the USC LAFB YouTube Channel ! Use promo code USCLAFB on Sleeper and get...

We are just a day removed from D'Anton Lynn officially announcing that he will leave the USC Trojans to take the defensive coordinator position at Penn State. With that now official, the Trojans have decided to shake things up and pass off playcalling duties to Co-Defensive Coordinator and defensive line coach Eric Henderson. Also, there is still some unfinished business with Coach Doug Belk, whic...

One of the most important players for the USC Trojans to re-sign this offseason was starting left tackle Elijah Paige. Today, the team officially announced that Paige will be back for the 2026 season. With Paige back in the fold, the Trojans have 4 of their 5 starting offensive linemen returning from 2025. What does the plan look like with the final remaining spot and with the totality of the dept...

We are two days away from the USC Trojans kicking off against TCU in the Alamo Bowl. Tonight, defensive coordinator D'Anton Lynn spoke with the media. It is the first time that Lynn has spoken to the media since his name came up as a possible defensive coordinator for Matt Campbell at his alma mater, Penn State. Did this press conference tell us anything new? Plus, some insights on young defensive...

The USC Trojans had their opening press conference down in San Antonio at the Alamo Bowl as they prepare to face the TCU Horned Frogs. The first presser included: QB Coach / Offensive Coordinator - Coach Huard QB Jayden Maiava RB King Miller OL Tobias Raymond I give my takeaways from the presser, plus a future outlook of quarterback Jayden Maiava. Most see his return next season as a positive, but...

The 2027 recruiting cycle is beginning to ramp up, and the USC Trojans are in a really good spot for local wide receiver Eli Woodard. The Temecula product has USC at the top of the list, along with Missouri, Oregon, and a few other West Coast Schools. Here is the latest recruiting intel! Tune in and make sure to like and subscribe to the USC LAFB YouTube Channel ! Woodard interview with Rivals: ht...

The USC Trojans have had plenty of teams and programs looking to potentially poach many of their assistant coaches. One of those coaches is strength and conditioning coach Trumaine Carroll. After being courted by his former team, Kansas State, what is his status heading into the New Year? Plus a look at D'Anton Lynn, Rob Ryan, Zach Hanson, and Chad Savage. Tune in and make sure to like and subscri...

Once the year changes to 2026, the USC Trojans should begin to gain some commitments for the 2027 recruiting class. They are in a really good spot for multiple elite recruits, especially local ones from Southern California. One of those is top-ranked safety Gavin Williams. Who are the Trojans competing with, and how likely are they to land Williams when he does decide to commit? Tune in and make s...

On Christmas Eve, the USC Trojans announced the re-signing of four more players. LB Desman Stephens LB AJ Tuitele OL Hayden Treter OL Erwin Taomi With the re-signing of two more linebackers, including full-time starter Desman Stephens, will the Trojans still pursue a linebacker in the transfer portal? Tune in and make sure to like and subscribe to the USC LAFB YouTube Channel ! Use promo code USCL...

The list of players who intend to enter the transfer portal continues to grow, and the USC Trojans will have a lot of great options to add to the roster. I put together a Christmas wishlist of current players who are listed to enter the portal. For this list, I have only considered the highest-priority positions, so my entire wishlist focuses on the defensive Front 7. I will put together a list of...

The USC Trojans announced the re-signing of 5 more players today, bringing their roster total to roughly 70 players. These signings include: OL Kaylon Miller LB Elijah Newby WR Corey Simms DL Cash Jacobsen OL Willi Wascher Who are the big names remaining, and will they be announced before the bowl game? Tune in and make sure to like and subscribe to the USC LAFB YouTube Channel ! Use promo code US...

After locking down the No. 1 2026 Recruiting Class, the USC Trojans will turn to 2027 as they begin to earn priority commitments. One of their priority recruits is the No. 1 WR in the State of California, Quentin Hale. Here is the latest on his recruitment and what he is looking for in his future program. Could the Trojans continue their vast success in WR recruiting? Tune in and make sure to like...

The USC Trojans and Notre Dame rivalry is on pause, and it is now clear that USC made the correct choice for their program. Fans may not like it, but Notre Dame was unwilling to adapt and live up to their own "play anywhere, any time" credo that they have lived behind during the duration of these ongoing negotiations. You don't have to like what has transpired, but USC made the right dec...

The USC Trojans and Notre Dame rivalry will officially be put on pause as the two teams will not play in 2026. According to Ross Dellenger of Yahoo Sports, Notre Dame has scheduled a series with BYU for 2026 and 2027, replacing USC. How did we arrive at this point? What/who is really to blame, and what does the future look like? Let's get into it! Tune in and make sure to like and subscribe to the...

The USC Trojans announced five more re-signings yesterday, bringing their total to 30. These players were: DL Jah Jarrett DB Trestin Castro EDGE Jadyn Ramos OL Mana Bulabalavu TE Taniela Tupou With the freshman class coming in, that brings the total signed roster to 65. Who are the key names left to sign, and how many spots will be left open for the transfer portal? Tune in and make sure to like a...

After practice on Friday, USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley spoke about defensive coordinator D'Anton Lynn and the prospect that he could leave the team. Thoughts on these comments? Plus, USC announced five more players who will officially be back in 2026. How do these players fit within the future of the program? Tune in and make sure to like and subscribe to the USC LAFB YouTube Channel ! Use...

Three local blue-chip prospects are set to announce which programs they are committing to in the coming days. Where do the USC Trojans currently stand with each? Could they gain their first commitment of the 2027 class? Tune in and make sure to like and subscribe to the USC LAFB YouTube Channel ! Use promo code USCLAFB on Sleeper and get 100% match up to $100! https://Sleeper.com/promo/USCLAFB . T...

The USC Trojans announced the re-signing of four players today for the 2026 season. Those players include: EDGE Kam Crawford DL Floyd Boucard DB RJ Sermons DB Isaiah Rubin While Crawford is the well-known name, all of these players will have a significant impact next year. Let's get into the importance of each. Tune in and make sure to like and subscribe to the USC LAFB YouTube Channel ! Use promo...

As of this recording, D'Anton Lynn is still the defensive coordinator for the USC Trojans . If that continues to be the case, it remains to be seen. There is, however, a highly coveted defensive coordinator who just became available. In rather shocking news, Steve Sarkisian and the Texas Longhorns have moved on from their DC, Pete Kwiatkowski. If, and that is still a big IF, Lynn does decide to le...

There has been chatter for a few days now, but last night it became very real that USC Trojans defensive coordinator D'Anton Lynn is the main target for the Penn State DC role. This is not a rumor; there are very real legs to this, and it could ultimately get done. What are the roadblocks, and what would be the potential fallout if this does indeed happen? Tune in and make sure to like and subscri...

The USC Trojans are in good standing with 4-star tight end prospect Rahzario Edwards. Here is the latest on his recruitment and which programs are going to be the biggest competition with the Trojans. Tune in and subscribe to the USC LAFB YouTube Channel ! Use promo code USCLAFB on Sleeper and get 100% match up to $100! https://Sleeper.com/promo/USCLAFB . Terms and conditions apply. #Sleeper Becom...

The USC Trojans announced the re-signing of five more key players to the 2026 roster: OL Tobias Raymond DB Chasen Johnson DB Dee Reddick DL Jahkeem Stewart WR Romero Ison Where do these players fit within the roster heading into next year, and who are the most important players who have yet to re-sign? Tune in and make sure to like and subscribe to the USC LAFB YouTube Channel ! Use promo code USC...

Earlier today, USC Trojans wide receiver Makai Lemon officially announced that he will be declaring for the NFL Draft. He will leave a storied legacy at USC, which includes the esteemed Biletnikoff Award, given to the sport's best receiver. What did he mean to this program, and where could he potentially end up in the NFL? Tune in and make sure to like and subscribe to the USC LAFB YouTube Channel...

The Transfer Portal giveth, and the Transfer Portal taketh away. This morning, it was announced that the USC Trojans would be losing two starters as DL Devan Thompkins and TE Walker Lyons intend to enter the portal when it officially opens on January 2nd. Was this a surprise to the team, or intentional, like all of the other entries? Who will fill the void left by these starters, especially during...

The USC Trojans have been heavy in the recruiting of No. 1 safety prospect Honor Fa'alave Johnson. He just released his Top 10, which included USC. Who is USC competing with, and where do they stand with the talented California two-way player? Tune in and make sure to like and subscribe to the USC LAFB YouTube Channel ! Honor Fa'alave Johnson interview with Scott Schrader: https://www.on3.com/team...