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Kyron Samuels

Kyron Samuels

Joined: Aug 29, 2024

Kyron Samuels is a former college and professional football player now a writer, analyst, & digital host. Kyron is a writer for USC Trojans on SI and contributes to Oregon Ducks on SI. A graduate and letterman at Jacksonville State University, Samuels was a three-year starter, two-time all-conference, and won three consecutive conference titles. After a four-year professional stint between the AFL & XFL, Samuels retired from football. In 2022, Samuels was inducted into the Fairhope Athletic Hall of Fame. Post-playing career, Samuels has become a credentialed sports media member covering the NFL, UFL, USFL, & college football. The NFL Combine, Reese’s Senior Bowl, & East-West Shrine Bowl are amongst the events Kyron has covered. As a guest and host, Samuels has been featured on ESPNRadio, FoxSportsRadio, & IHeartRadio. Outside of sports media, Samuels works as a scouting consultant and has experience coaching at the collegiate level.

Dec 16, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London (5) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Las Vegas Raiders during the first quarter at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images
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Atlanta Falcons' Drake London Continues Primetime Touchdown Streak In Raiders Win

Despite limited targets and dysfunctional quarterback play, Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London left his imprint on a 15-9 win over the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday Night Football. The former USC Trojans star scored the only touchdown.

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Dec 16, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) looks on before the game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images
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Chicago Bears' Caleb Williams Injury Update After Franchise Record 58 Sacks

The Chicago Bears and quarterback Caleb Williams dropped their eighth consecutive game, a 30-12 loss to the Minnesota Vikings, their NFC North rival. The former USC Trojans star struggled against Minnesota's fourth-ranked scoring defense.

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Dec 16, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold (14) throws a pass against the Chicago Bears during the third quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images
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Minnesota Vikings' Sam Darnold Not Satisfied After Chicago Bears Win

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold continued his string of success against the Bears’ 11th-ranked scoring defense in a 30-12 win on Monday Night Football. The former USC Trojans star toughness and arm talent shined through.

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Dec 15, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster (9) scores a touchdown as Cleveland Browns cornerback Martin Emerson Jr. (23) defends during the first quarter at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
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Kansas City Chiefs' JuJu Smith-Schuster Clutch Performance With Patrick Mahomes Injured

Kansas City Chiefs receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster has dealt with nagging injuries all 2024. However, as he does so often, the former USC Trojans star proved valuable in a 21-7 win over the Cleveland Browns, hauling in a touchdown from Patrick Mahomes.

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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 Buffalo Bills at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024.
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Detroit Lions' Amon-Ra St. Brown Sets Multiple Records In Loss Against Buffalo Bills

Despite dropping their first game since mid-September, the Detroit Lions offense was imposing in a 48-42 loss to Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills. Former USC Trojans and current Lions receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown made history with a stellar performance.

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Dec 8, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) looks on after the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Kupbens-Imagn Images
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Chicago Bears' Caleb Williams On 7 Straight Losses: 'Never Had a Streak Like This'

Former USC Trojans quarterback Caleb Williams isn't used to losing. The rookie signal-caller had dominant stretches of high school and college play, but as the Chicago Bears claw their way out of a losing streak, Williams is using the experience to grow.

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Dec 12, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw (57) is congratulated by safety Talanoa Hufanga (29) after making a tackle against the Los Angeles Rams in the first quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images
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San Francisco 49ers' Talanoa Hufanga After LA Rams Loss: 'Season Is Not Over'

The San Francisco 49ers dropped a rain-filled Thursday Night Football contest to the LA Rams in a sloppy 12-6 game. Former USC Trojans and All-Pro safety Talanoa Hufanga returned to game action and made an impact. Despite the loss, Hufunga holds hope.

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Dec 10, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans guard JuJu Watkins (12) celebrates with head coach Lindsay Gottlieb in the fourth quarter against the Fresno State Bulldogs at Galen Center. USC defeated Fresno State 89-40. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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USC Trojans' JuJu Watkins Named National, Big Ten Player Of The Week: Dominating Women's Basketball

USC Trojans star JuJu Watkins has been named the Associated Press National Player of the Week, USBWA National Player of the Week, and the Big Ten Player of the Week. Watkins averaged 30.5 points, 4.0 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 1.5 blocks during USC's two

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Nov 2, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley watches pregame warmups against the Washington Huskies at Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Is Transfer Portal Exposing An Irreversible Problem With USC Trojans, Lincoln Riley?

The transfer portal window is open and chaos has ensued. The USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley have suffered massive losses already from players who were key contributors. Is the program in trouble? Is USC behind in the NIL era? In total, 14 players ha

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Dec 8, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison (3) celebrates his catch against the Atlanta Falcons during the fourth quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images
Football

Minnesota Vikings' Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison: NFL's Best Wide Receiver Duo?

Former USC Trojan wide receiver Jordan Addison had one of his career-best games and made Minnesota Vikings franchise history in the process, alongside All-Pro wide receiver Justin Jefferson. The Vikings defeated the Atlanta Falcons 42-21.

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Nov 30, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans running back Quinten Joyner (0) runs the ball ahead of Notre Dame Fighting Irish safety Xavier Watts (0) during the second half at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
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USC Trojans Running Back Quinten Joyner Enters Transfer Portal, Announces Decision

USC Trojans running back Quinten Joyner has officially entered the transfer portal after weeks of speculation. The former 2023 All-American Bowl and Polynesian Bowl participant will have three years of eligibility remaining.

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Dec 8, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) looks on after the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium.
Football

Chicago' Bears Caleb Williams Brutally Honest In 'Ass Kicking' By San Francisco 49ers

The Chicago Bears went on the road against the San Francisco 49ers and suffered an embarrassing 38-13 loss. In a game without many bright spots, rookie quarterback Caleb Williams and rookie receiver Rome Odunze connected for two touchdowns in the loss.

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