USC LAFB: A USC Trojans Show

The USC Trojans have launched their "Act II," a campaign celebrating the return of many key players for the 2026 campaign. It has sparked a lot of conversation nationally, but what is the real strategy behind it? Additionally, which key players have yet to be announced, and do we expect them to return in 2026? Tune in and make sure to like and subscribe to the USC LAFB YouTube Channel !...

The USC Trojans announced this morning that QB Jayden Maiava has re-signed and will be returning to the Trojans in 2026. This is huge news and will add some stability to the offense heading into next season. Will Maiava be an instant Heisman favorite? What is the potential with this offense and this team with him at the helm for another year? There is one caveat, however. What does this mean for f...

Here is your USC Trojans practice update after Monday's (12/15) media availability. Coach Riley spoke about the players who will not be playing in the team's bowl game against TCU. He gives a big update on superstar freshman Jahkeem Stewart, and I dive into why Stewart is such an impressive young player and culture guy. Tune into our practice update and make sure to like and subscribe to the USC L...

USC Trojans wide receiver Ja'Kobi Lane has officially announced that he will be declaring for the NFL Draft. Some fans were holding out hope that he would return for a final season of eligibility, but it comes as no surprise that he is ready for the next step in his career. The Trojans also announced two more re-signings. Starting right tackle Justin Tauanuu and defensive back Prophet Brown. Let's...

This is no surprise, but USC Trojans starting safety Kamari Ramsey has announced that he is officially declaring for the 2026 NFL Draft, which will take place this April. Ramsey has been one of USC's best defenders during his time with the Trojans. He will leave a large hole to fill, but one that was expected. What is his draft projection, and how will the USC Trojans look to replace him? Tune in...

As they are calling it, the USC Trojans have their "Act II" in full swing as 3 players re-signed to return next year, and one wide receiver entered the Transfer Portal. WR Prince Strachan enters transfer portal, why? EDGE Braylan Shelby re-signs S Christian Pierce re-signs LB Jayden Walker re-signs Let's get into all of it! Tune in and make sure to like and subscribe to the USC LAFB YouT...

USC Trojans wide receiver Makai Lemon wins the Biletnikoff Award, signifying that he is the best wide receiver in College Football. He had a historic 2025 season and is absolutely deserving of the award. Plus, USC running back Waymond Jordan will officially be returning next season. This is huge news for the program and for the offense. Tune in and make sure to like and subscribe to the USC LAFB Y...

The USC Trojans are still looking for their first commitment of the 2027 class, but they are in a really good spot for many top-end prospects, and the commitments should be coming down the pipeline very soon. Here is the latest intel and news on seven blue-chip prospects and where the Trojans currently stand with them. Tune in and make sure to like and subscribe to the USC LAFB YouTube Channel ! U...

We are still a few weeks away from the College Football Transfer Portal officially opening, but there are already players whom the USC Trojans could be targeting. Let's take a look at the top linebacker targets (as of 12/12) who could end up in Los Angeles. The current USC linebacker is very talented, but also still very young. They will look to add a veteran presence who has quality production. T...

It was announced today that the USC Trojans have scheduled Louisiana of the Sun Belt Conference as their second non-conference opponent for the 2026 season. They are scheduled to play in Week 2, following the Trojans' home game against Fresno State. Where does this leave Notre Dame? Is there still a possibility of getting them on the schedule next year and in the future? Tune in and make sure to l...

After a slew of USC Trojans players announced their intent to enter the college football transfer portal, it had been a bit quiet. That was until Thursday, when true freshman running back Harry Dalton announced his intention to enter the portal. This is another fairly surprising exit, but that does not make it a concerning one. Let's dive in. Tune in and make sure to like and subscribe to the USC...

Welcome to the LAFB Conquest Call-In Show, where YOU run the show! On tonight's show, we will discuss: USC Transfer Portal Departures, Any Concerns? Sherrone Moore Firing At Michigan And How It Relates To USC Notre Dame Is STILL Whining Tune in and make sure to like and subscribe to the USC LAFB YouTube Channel! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about ou...

The Olympics and Paralympic Games are coming to Los Angeles in 2028, and they could have an effect on the USC Trojans ' 2028 season. According to Ryan Kartje of the LA Times, the games could force the Trojans to play their home games at a different stadium during the 2028 season. Why could this happen, and where would the team play? Let's get into it! Tune in and make sure to like and subscribe to...

The USC Trojans have already been laying the groundwork for the 2027 class and building relationships with several top prospects. A few blue-chippers have released their "top lists," and the Trojans are at the top of many of them. Let's take a look at a few of these elite prospects, where USC stands with them, and if the first commitment could be on the way. Tune in and make sure to like...

The USC Trojans ' linebacker position garners plenty of conversation among the fan base, and one that the coaching staff and front office will continue to develop and mold. When looking at the 2027 class and crop of linebacker prospects, who are the players on the Trojans' radar, and who are the guys most likely to commit to USC? Tune in and make sure to like and subscribe to the USC LAFB YouTube...

The USC Trojans will be aggressive in the Transfer Portal this offseason as they look to add top-end, starting quality talent. This list will change frequently as more players announce their entrance, but as of December 9th, I have compiled this list of my Top 5 Targets for the Trojans. I include 2 linebackers, 1 wide receiver, 1 safety, and 1 defensive lineman, plus 3 honorable mentions. Tune in...

The college football transfer portal is not officially open for business yet, but the USC Trojans are in a really good spot to land a defensive back. Carrington Pierce entered the portal from Oklahoma State after his head coach, Mike Gundy, was fired early in the season. He played a year in JUCO prior to this season. How does he fit, and would this be a good addition for the Trojans? Tune in and m...

While it doesn't immediately impact the USC Trojans this year, the CFP Committee keeping Notre Dame out of the College Football Playoff will have a residual effect on the Trojans and their future matchup with Notre Dame. Will more Power 4 teams decide not to schedule Notre Dame? Will the Fighting Irish ultimately join the Big Ten? Will ND decide to give in and schedule USC at the beginning of the...

It is time for the USC Trojans to turn the page on the historic 2026 Class and begin focusing on building out the 2027 Class. 4-star Aaryn Washington out of Mater Dei is a prospect that the Trojans have been recruiting hard for most of the year. He just released his Top 2 schools, and it looks like the Trojans are in a pretty good spot, competing against a defensive powerhouse. Where will Washingt...

The College Football Playoff is officially set, and the Bowl Game and opponent for the USC Trojans have been announced. We have known for a while that the Trojans would likely be playing in the Alamo Bowl, but their opponent had been unknown. Many thought that BYU would be the matchup, but now it has been revealed that the Trojans will face off against TCU. How do the USC Trojans match up? Tune in...

Last night, USC Trojans offensive lineman Micah Banuelos announced his intention to enter the transfer portal when it opens in January. This is now the 10th USC player to enter the portal, and more will be coming. Banuelos played a lot of snaps on the offensive line this season, so what does this mean for the unit heading into the bowl game? Tune in and make sure to like and subscribe to the USC L...

The purge has officially begun for the USC Trojans , as 3 more players have announced their intention to enter the transfer portal, and these are the most surprising ones yet. True freshman LB Matai Tagoa'i, redshirt freshman DL Carlon Jones, and redshirt senior Anthony Beavers Jr. all plan to enter the transfer portal when it opens in January. Is this a product of the USC staff making roster chan...

The Big Ten Conference just handed out its 2025 season awards, and USC Trojans wide receiver Makai Lemon DID NOT win the award for best receiver; that honor went to Ohio State receiver Jeremiah Smith for the second straight year. There is no denying the upside and skill set of Smith, but for 2025, should the award have gone to Lemon? I delve into the statistics, the body of work, and everything in...

The USC Trojans completed their historic 2026 recruiting class yesterday by signing 35 players. Today, two more players have been announced as intending to enter the transfer portal. 2nd-year offensive lineman Makai Saina and true freshman safety Stephen Miller will enter the transfer portal when it opens in January. Any concern or just another example of the numbers game and players getting lost...

Yesterday was a historic day as the USC Trojans locked down one of their best recruiting classes of all time. The coaching staff deserves a ton of flowers, and many are getting recognized as some of the top recruiters in the country. The only drama at all yesterday was the delay in elite tight end Mark Bowman submitting his papers. We put to bed everything surrounding that, as Bowman is now offici...