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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.

Oklahoma State's Isaia Glass (72) walks of the field following the college football between the Oklahoma State University Cowboys and the Utah Utes at Boone Pickens Stadium in Stillwater, Okla., Saturday, Sept., 21, 2024.
Football

USC Trojans Predicted to Land Transfer Portal Isaia Glass From Oklahoma State?

The USC Trojans have been hit hard by the transfer portal, and their offensive line will need reinforcements in 2025. Former Oklahoma State offensive lineman Isaia Glass entered the transfer portal last week and is reportedly considering the Trojans.

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Nov 30, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava (14) throws the ball against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the first half at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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USC Trojans Quarterback Jayden Maiava On 2025 Heisman Trophy Watch List?

The USC Trojans' eight Heisman Trophy winners are the most in college football history since the award was introduced in 1935. Can Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava add his name to that list in 2025?

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Nov 2, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; USC Trojans quarterback Miller Moss (7) participates in pregame warmups against the Washington Huskies at Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Quarterback Miller Moss Transfers to Louisville From USC Trojans, Lincoln Riley

Former USC Trojans Quarterback Miller Moss has transferred to Louisville per ESPN. Moss spent the past four seasons at USC before entering the transfer portal after USC coach Lincoln Riley benched Moss in favor of quarterback Jayden Maiava.

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Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (14) takes the field for warm up before the game between Detroit Lions and Green Bay Packers at Ford Field in Detroit on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024.
Football

Detroit Lions' Amon-Ra St. Brown Picks Ideal NFL Playoffs Opponent

Former USC Trojans wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown and the Detroit Lions are 12-1 and have clinched a playoff spot. St. Brown talked about some potential playoff matchups on the St. Brown podcast.

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USC Trojans Offensive Lineman Kalolo Ta'aga
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USC Trojans' Kalolo Ta'aga Enters Transfer Portal: 15th Player To Depart USC

USC Trojans offensive ineman Kalolo Ta'aga announced on social media that he would be entering the transfer portal. Ta'aga is the 15th Trojan to enter the portal in the last two weeks. Where does USC go from here?

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Nov 11, 2023; Eugene, Oregon, USA; USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley, left, and Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning talk before a game at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images
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USC Trojans Football Schedule: Grueling Road Opponents, Intriguing Home Slate In 2025

The Big Ten football schedule and dates for 2025 are official. The USC Trojans will play five home games and four road games. The Trojans travel to face Illinois, Nebraska, Oregon and Purdue. USC hosts Iowa, Michigan, Michigan State, Northwestern and UCLA

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Oct 28, 2023; Berkeley, California, USA; USC Trojans defensive lineman Bear Alexander (90) gestures during the third quarter against the California Golden Bears at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
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Transfer Portal Defensive Lineman Bear Alexander’s NIL Valuation Amid Visits

The USC Trojans learned earlier this week that defensive lineman Bear Alexander would be entering the trasnfer portal. Alexander will be at his third school in four years. What is his NIL valuation compared to other players in the portal?

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Nov 30, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley leaves the field after the game against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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USC Trojans, Texas A&M Aggies Las Vegas Bowl Betting Odds

The USC Trojans and the Texas A&M Aggies will play in the SRS Distribution Las Vegas Bowl on Dec. 27. What are the betting odds for the matchup? After key departures in the transfer portal, how will coach Lincoln Riley's Trojans fair?

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Oct 26, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats defensive lineman Keeshawn Silver (9) celebrates after a missed field goal by the Auburn Tigers during the third quarter at Kroger Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images
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USC Trojans To Land Elite Defensive Lineman Keeshawn Silver in Transfer Portal?

The USC Trojans have had some key players announce their intention to enter the transfer portal. Can the Trojans start to retool by landing Keeshawn Silver? In addition to USC, the Michigan Wolverines, Miami Hurricanes, and Florida Gators are interested.

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JuJu Watkins, 12, of USC celebrates a basket late in the game against St. Louis University during the 2024 Acrisure Women's Holiday Invitational in Palm Desert, Calif., Nov. 29, 2024.
Basketball

USC Trojans' JuJu Watkins Continues NIL Run, Stars in State Farm Commercial

USC Trojans guard JuJu Watkins secured an NIL deal recently with State Farm. Check out JuJu's first commercial!

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Oct 19, 2024; College Park, Maryland, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley stands on the field before the game against the Maryland Terrapins at SECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images
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USC Trojans Bowl Game Prediction: Las Vegas Bowl vs. Texas A&M Aggies?

The USC Trojans have locked up a bowl game appearance with their 6-6 record. What bowl game are experts projecting the Trojans to be playing in later this month? Some predictions have USC facing the Texas A&M Aggies in the Las Vegas Bowl.

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Husan Longstreet
Football

Does USC Trojans 5-Star Quarterback Husan Longstreet Have Strongest Arm in 2025 Class?

The USC Trojans signed five-star quarterback Husan Longstreet on Early National Signing Day. In an article of quarterback superlatives by On3, Longstreet was named the quarterback with the strongest arm. Can the five-star make an immediate impact?

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