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Cory Pappas

Cory Pappas

Joined: Aug 29, 2024

Cory Pappas is sports writer for USC Trojans On SI and Oregon Ducks On SI. Since starting in March of 2024, he has been writing breaking news stories, game previews, game recaps, and more across College Sports, the NFL, MLB, NBA, and Olympics for Total Apex Sports. In addition to writing, Cory is also a sports data scout for Sportradar. He covers live sporting events ranging from college athletics to semi-pro and professional. Before joining the industry, Cory graduated from the University of Oregon in 2022. He ran track for Oregon's club Track and Field team. Before Oregon, he played varsity basketball and track and field in high school in Walnut Creek, CA. Cory is using his lifelong passion for sports and writing together.

USC Trojans defensive coordinator D’Anton Lynn
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USC Trojans Defensive Coordinator D’Anton Lynn Reveals Head Coach Aspirations

USC Trojans defensive coordinator D'Anton Lynn has been an outstanding addition to Lincoln Riley’s staff. Lynn was asked about the possibility of him becoming a head coach down the road.

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Sep 1, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Southern California Trojans quarterback Miller Moss (7) throws a pass against the LSU Tigers during the first quarter at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images
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USC Trojans Quarterback Miller Moss Releases Personalized NIL Merchandise

USC Trojans quarterback Miller Moss announced on social media that he released his official merchandise. On Moss’s Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) store page, there is now personalized shirts, sweaters, and hoodies. 

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Oct 7, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley watches game action against the Arizona Wildcats during the second half at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
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USC Trojans Coach Lincoln Riley Reveals Similarities Between Michigan and USC

USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley has a lot of respect for the Trojan’s upcoming opponent, the Michigan Wolverines. Riley spoke about the parallels between the two programs and gave some insight into their upcoming matchup.

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Sep 7, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans running back A'Marion Peterson (22) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown against the Utah State Aggies during the fourth quarter at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images
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USC Trojans in Big Ten Power Rankings: Rising Above Penn State, Oregon, Nebraska?

USC Trojans have had a dream start to the 2024 season. They have moved from No. 23 to No. 11 in the AP Poll. Where do they find themselves among Ohio State, Michigan, Oregon and Penn State in this week's Big Ten power rankings?

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Will USC Trojans Steal 4-Star WR Recruit Jerome Myles From Ohio State, Utah, Georgia, Texas A&M?

USC Trojans class of 2025 four-star wide receiver recruit Jerome Myles is getting closer to a final decision on where he will be playing college football next season. The Trojans are battling with Utah, Texas A&M, Georgia, and Ohio State for Myles.

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Sep 7, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans defensive end Anthony Lucas (6) attempts to sack Utah State Aggies quarterback Bryson Barnes (16) during the second quarter at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.
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USC Trojans Schedule Watching: Upcoming Opponents Notre Dame, Michigan Suffer Losses

USC Trojans and college football fans all over are in shock after the No. 5 team in the country, Notre Dame, fell at home to the Northern Illinois Huskies 16-14 on Saturday afternoon.

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Sep 7, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley reacts against the Utah State Aggies during the first quarter at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.
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USC Trojans QB Miller Moss calls Lincoln Riley 'Best Offensive Coach in College Football'

USC Trojans quarterback Miller Moss spoke to the media after USC’s 48-0 win over the Utah State Aggies. It’s been a great start for the Trojans this season and Moss is one of the reasons why.

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Oct 21, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Utah Utes head coach Kyle Whittingham shakes hands with Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley after the game at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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How Will USC Trojans Coach Lincoln Riley Defend Utah State QB Bryson Barnes?

USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley addressed the media Thursday, Sept. 5, for the final time before the Trojans matchup with the Utah State Aggies on Saturday night at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. 

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Seminole Ridge Community High School varsity football player Ty Jackson stands for a portrait session during a media day at Delray Beach Golf Club on August 3, 2024, in Delray Beach, Fla.
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USC Trojans to Host Five-Star Recruits Ty Jackson and Jerome Myles

USC Trojans top recruiting targets are set to pay a visit this week. Five-star linebacker Ty Jackson and five-star wide receiver Jerome Myles are at USC for official visits Sept. 6-8. The Trojans are in heated recruiting battles for these two blue-chip pr

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Jan 4, 2006; Pasadena, CA, USA; Southern California Trojans tailback (5) Reggie Bush runs down the middle during the 1st quarter of the Rose Bowl Game against the Texas Longhorns at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Copyright © 2006 Mark J. Rebilas
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USC Trojans Running Back Legend Reggie Bush Joins Greats In Rose Bowl Hall of Fame

USC Trojans Heisman Trophy-winning running back Reggie Bush received excellent news earlier today. The Tournament of Roses announced that Bush would be inducted into the Rose Bowl Hall of Fame class of 2025.

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Sep 1, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Southern California Trojans former running back Reggie Bush attends the game against the LSU Tigers at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Former USC Trojans Running Back Reggie Bush to Lead Trojans Out of Tunnel?

Former USC Trojans running back Reggie Bush could be leading the Trojans out of the Los Angeles Coliseum tunnel at some point this season. What did the 2005 Heisman trophy-winning running back have to say about it?

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Sep 1, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Southern California Trojans quarterback Miller Moss (7) throws a pass against the LSU Tigers during the first quarter at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports
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USC Trojans Quarterback Miller Moss' Heisman Trophy Odds Skyrocket

USC quarterback Miller Moss had a great showing in the Trojan's 27-20 win over LSU on Sunday night. Moss played mistake-free football and made some big-time plays down the stretch to help the Trojans prevail over the Tigers. Moss came into the season as a

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