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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.

Nov 16, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava (14) drops back to pass against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first half at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
Football

USC Trojans Quarterback Jayden Maiava Reacts to Win Over Nebraska in First Start

USC Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava made his first start for the Trojans on Saturday afternoon. How did he fare in the Trojans 28-20 win over Nebraska Cornhuskers?

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The ESPN College Gameday crew, from left, Desmond Howard, Rece Davis, Pat McAfee, Nick Saban and Kirk Herbstreit, prepares to broadcast from the field prior to the NCAA football game between the Penn State Nittany Lions and the Ohio State Buckeyes at Beaver Stadium in University Park, Pa. on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024.
Football

College GameDay Predicts USC Trojans Upset By Nebraska?

The USC Trojans take on the Nebraska Cornhuskers on Saturday afternoon at the Los Angeles Coliseum. What was said about the Trojans on ESPN’s College GameDay?

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July 18, 2024; North Augusta, S.C., USA; A photographer's flash goes off as Kiyan Anthony, son of NBA star Carmelo Anthony, warms up before the Team Melo and Georgia Stars game at the Nike Peach Jam at Riverview Park Activities Center. The Georgia Stars won 64-63. Mandatory Credit: Katie Goodale-USA TODAY Network
Basketball

USC Trojans Basketball Recruiting: Kiyan Anthony Commits to Syracuse Orange Over USC

The USC Trojans were a finalist in four-star guard Kiyan Anthony's, son of Carmelo Anthony, recruitment before he announced his commitment to play basketball for the Syracuse Orange on Friday. 

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Sep 7, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava (14) scores 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
Football

USC Trojans, Nebraska Cornhuskers Prediction: Can Jayden Maiava Win First Start of USC Career?

The USC Trojans are once again favorites in a football game. Can USC get on track with a win over Nebraska?

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Oct 20, 2023; Carrollton, GA, USA; Carrollton Trojans quarterback Julian Lewis (10) drops back to pass against the Westlake Lions during the first half at Grisham Stadium. The 15-year-old Carrollton High student has already committed to playing for the University of Southern California Trojans and has been considered one of the top high school quarterback prospects. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-Imagn Images
Football

USC Trojans Losing 5-Star Quarterback Julian Lewis To Georgia Bulldogs? SEC Recruiting Flip

USC Trojans recruiting class of 2025 five-star commit quarterback Julian Lewis is visiting the Georgia Bulldogs this weekend. Is Lewis going to flip his commitment to coach Kirby Smart and Georgia over Lincoln Riley's Trojans? Early Signing Day is rapidly

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USC Trojans Jazzy Davidson
Basketball

Jasmine 'Jazzy' Davidson Commits To USC Trojans Over UConn, UCLA, TCU, Duke

USC Trojans class of 2025 women's basketball commit, five-star Jasmine "Jazzy" Davidson is officially a Trojan. Davidson committed to USC over UConn, UCLA, TCU, Duke. She is the first commitment of the 2025 class for Trojans coach Lindsay Gottlieb.

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Nov 2, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; USC Trojans wide receiver Kyle Ford (81) runs into the end zone for a touchdown reception against the Washington Huskies during the fourth quarter at Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
Football

Big Ten Power Rankings: How Far Have USC Trojans Fallen? Nebraska Cornhuskers Jump

Can the USC Trojans jump over the Wisconsin Badgers or Nebraska Cornhuskers in the Big Ten Power Rankings? The Trojans are coming off a bye week.

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Nov 1, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James (9) during warm-up before a game against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images
Basketball

Former USC Trojans Guard Bronny James Makes G-League Debut With South Bay Lakers

Former USC Trojans guard Bronny James made his G-League debut for the South Bay Lakers after being drafted in the second round of the NBA draft by the Los Angeles Lakers. How did James do?

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Nov 10, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) drops back to pass against the New England Patriots during the second half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Mike Dinovo-Imagn Images
Football

Ranking NFL Rookie Quarterbacks: Caleb Williams Falls Behind Bo Nix?

Where does former USC Trojans quarterback and current Denver Broncos starter Caleb Williams rank among rookie quarterbacks like Washington Commaders' Jayden Daniels, Denver Broncos' Bo Nix, and New England Patriots' Drake Maye?

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Nov 2, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; USC Trojans running back Woody Marks (4) rushes against the Washington Huskies during the second quarter at Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
Football

USC Trojans vs. Nebraska Cornhuskers Odds: USC Big Home Favorites

The USC Trojans have opened up as 8.5-point home favorites against the Nebraska Cornhuskers on Nov. 16 in the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. The Trojans are currently on a bye week.

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Aug 24, 2022; Nashville, Tennessee; Tennessee Titans wide receiver Robert Woods (2) visits with Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Antwaun Woods (92) after a joint training camp practice at Ascension Saint Thomas Sports Park. Mandatory Credit: George Walker IV-Imagn Images
Football

Former USC Trojans Defensive Lineman Antwaun Woods Announces Retirement

Former USC Trojans defensive lineman Antwaun Woods officially announced his retirement from football on Thursday afternoon. Woods spent six seasons in the NFL following his four seasons at USC.

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Football

USC Trojans Losing Commit Steve Miller To South Carolina Gamecocks? SEC Recruiting Flip

USC Trojans class of 2025 commit, safety Steve Miller, took a visit to South Carolina to see the Gamecocks host the Texas A&M Aggies. South Carolina upset Texas A&M in an atmosphere that stood out to Miller. The elite safety has already flipped once, from

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