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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.

Nov 17, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold (14) smiles as he leaves the field against the Tennessee Titans during the second half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images
Football

Imperfect Sam Darnold Leads Minnesota Vikings To Win Over Tennessee Titans Win

In a decisive 23-13 victory over the Tennessee Titans, former USC Trojans quarterback Sam Darnold scored three touchdowns, and the Minnesota Vikings improve to 8-2. Darnold has 20 or more touchdowns for just the second time in his career.

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Nov 17, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) passes the ball against the Green Bay Packers during the third quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Bartel-Imagn Images
Football

Chicago Bears' Caleb Williams Shines Despite Gut-Wrenching Loss to Green Bay Packers

Former USC Trojans and current Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams impressed against the Green Bay Packers, but Williams' fourth-quarter comeback bid fell short after the Packers' blocked the Bears' game-winning field goal attempt.

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Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (14) celebrates a touchdown against Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024.
Football

Detroit Lions' Amon-Ra St. Brown Extends Touchdown Streak To 8 Games, Franchise Record

Former USC Trojans and Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown hauled in a touchdown pass to extend his touchdown reception streak to eight games, extending his franchise record.

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Sep 1, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Southern California Trojans running back Woody Marks (4) celebrates after scoring on a 13-yard touchdown run with eight seconds left against the LSU Tigers at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Football

USC Trojans' Woody Marks Plays With Flu in Win Over Nebraska

USC Trojans running back Woody Marks led the Trojans to a 28-20 win over Nebraska despite playing with the flu. Marks dominated the game with 19 attempts, a career-high 146 yards, 7.7 yards per attempt, six catches, and 36 receiving yards with the flu.

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USC Trojans guard JuJu Watkins (12) celebrates during a NCAA Women’s Tournament 2nd round game against the Kansas Jayhawks at Galen Center.
Basketball

USC Trojans' JuJu Watkins Becomes Fastest To Reach 1,000 Points in Program History

JuJu Watkins has become the fastest player in USC women’s basketball history to reach 1,000 career points. She is also tied for fourth fastest to reach 1,000 points in NCAA Division I women's basketball history.

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Sep 29, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Tuli Tuipulotu (45) enters the field before the game against the Kansas City Chiefs at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Football

Los Angeles Charges' Tuli Tuipulotu Leads NFL In Sacks Over Three-Week Span

According to Pro Football Focus, Tuli Tuipulotu’s five-and-a-half sacks in the last three weeks lead the entire National Football League in that timeframe. The former USC Trojan has impressed the likes of Khalil Mack with his work ethic.

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University of Houston Head Coach Dana Holgorsen talks in an interview with ESPN during the first day of Big 12 Media Days in AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, July 12, 2023.
Football

Nebraska Hires New Offensive Coordinator Dana Holgorsen Before USC Trojans Game

Nebraska coach Matt Rhule announced that Dana Holgorsen will be taking over offensive coordinator duties effective immediately. What can the USC Trojans defense expect from this well-known offensive mind?

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Oct 13, 2024; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; Houston Texans safety Calen Bullock (21) celebrates after recovering a fumble against the New England Patriots during the second half at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images
Football

Houston Texans' Rookie Calen Bullock Leading NFL Rookies In Interceptions

Former USC Trojan, current Houston Texans safety Calen Bullock is a key piece to one of the best defenses in the AFC. The rookie playmaker has not only played his way into a contributing role; he leads all rookies with four interceptions and ranks tied fo

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Nov 10, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints cornerback Alontae Taylor (1) tackles Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London (5) after a play during the second half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
Football

Can Atlanta Falcons Wide Receiver Drake London Earn All-Pro Honors?

Is former USC Trojans and current Atlanta Falcons' wide receiver Drake London having an All-Pro season? The third-year wide receiver is in the top eight in every major receiving category and has earned the right to be in the conversation.

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Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16), left, and Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold (14) talk after the game of an NFL football matchup Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024 at Everbank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. The Vikings defeated the Jaguars 12-7. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
Football

Minnesota Vikings' Sam Darnold Reacts After Three Interceptions Performance In Win Over Jacksonville

Former USC Trojans quarterback Sam Darnold and the Minnesota Vikings improbably moved to 7-2 after a 12-7 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars. In an uncharacteristic performance for veteran quarterback Sam Darnold, he threw three interceptions.

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Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (14) leaps into Lions fans as they celebrate 24-14 win over Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024.
Football

Detroit Lions' Amon-Ra St. Brown Extends Impressive Touchdown Streak In Win Over Houston Texans

On Sunday Night Football against the Houston Texans, former USC Trojans and current Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown hauled in a touchdown pass to extend his touchdown reception streak to seven games, a franchise record. The Lions are 8-1.

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

Is Matt Eberflus At Fault For Caleb Williams, Chicago Bears Failures?

After a third consecutive loss for former USC Trojans star, rookie quarterback Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears, this time against the reeling New England Patriots, the Bears might make sweeping changes, starting with coach Matt Eberflus.

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