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USC Trojans Recruit Matai Tagoa'i Signs Historic NIL Deal With Bitcoin

USC Trojans four-star linebacker recruit Matai Tagoa'i has signed a historic NIL deal with global bitcoin app, Strike. Tagoa'i is now one of the first college athletes to make his NIL earnings through cryptocurrency.

USC linebacker commit Matai Tagoa'i posing with Trojans' coach Lincoln Riley.

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USC Trojans Recruit Matai Tagoa'i Signs Historic NIL Deal With Bitcoin

USC Trojans four-star linebacker recruit Matai Tagoa'i has signed a historic NIL deal with global bitcoin app, Strike. Tagoa'i is now one of the first college athletes to make his NIL earnings through cryptocurrency.

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Nov 16, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley watches game action against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the second half at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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USC Trojans' Lincoln Riley's Candid Comments On Transfer Portal Losses, NIL Budget

NIL has forever changed the landscape of college football, creating a free agency frenzy when the transfer portal opens and affecting high school recruiting. USC coach Lincoln Riley addressed the mass exodus in the portal and navigating NIL on Wednesday.

Shahn Alston visiting USC during a game day.

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USC Trojans Predicted to Land 4-Star Shahn Alston Over Auburn Tigers, Penn State

The USC Trojans will have their eyes glued to their televisions on Jan. 11 when four-star running back recruit Shan Alston announces his commitment. The Trojans predicted to land Alston over the Penn State Nittany Lions, Auburn Tigers, and Florida Gators.

Sep 20, 2024; Pullman, Washington, USA; San Jose State Spartans defensive back DJ Harvey (2) celebrates a stop against the Washington State Cougars in the second half at Gesa Field at Martin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images

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San Jose State Transfer Cornerback DJ Harvey Commits to USC Trojans

USC Trojans defensive back coach Doug Belk remains hot on the recruiting trail, landing former San Jose State cornerback DJ Harvey from the portal. Harvey joins transfer Chasen Johnson four-star recruit RJ Sermons as USC defensive back commits.

Rancho Cucamonga (CA) cornerback Rodney (RJ) Sermons / Instagram / @rjserms

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Why 4-Star Cornerback Recruit RJ Sermons Committed to USC Trojans Over Alabama, Oregon

The USC Trojans landed a commitment from elite in-state cornerback RJ Sermons over the Alabama Crimson Tide, Georgia Bulldogs, Oregon Ducks and Washington Huskies. His father, Rodney Sermons, played at USC from 1994-97.

Nov 30, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley reacts against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the second half at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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USC Trojans Predicted To Land Elite Running Back Shahn Alston Over Penn State?

The 2025 Early National Signing Period has come and gone, and the USC Trojans are gaining momentum for the 2026 recruiting cycle. The Trojans are trending towards landing numerous blue-chip prospects. Can USC put together an elite recruiting class?

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.

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USC Trojans' Miller Moss Visiting Transfer Portal Destinations: Missouri, SEC?

USC Trojans quarterback Miller Moss has entered the transfer portal, and he is reportedly visiting the Missouri Tigers and the Louisville Cardinals. USC coach Lincoln Riley started Jayden Maiava over Moss at quarterback for the final three games.

USC Football QB signee Husan Longstreet / Instagram /@thehusanlongstreet, @elite11, @uscfb

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Texas A&M's Kevin Longstreet Transfer To USC Trojans To Join Quarterback, Brother Husan?

The Texas A&M Aggies have had 14 players enter the transfer portal, including freshman defensive back Kevin Longstreet, brother of USC Trojans five-star quarterback Husan Longstreet. Will Kevin join his brother Husan to play for USC coach Lincoln Riley?

Jul 24, 2024; Indianapolis, IN, USA; USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley speaks to the media during the Big 10 football media day at Lucas Oil Stadium.

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USC Trojans' Lincoln Riley Addresses Concerning Transfer Portal Departures

After the transfer portal opened on Monday, USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley addressed the large number of departures from his team. USC quarterback Miller Moss, running back Quinten Joyner, and defensive lineman Bear Alexander all entered the portal.

Folsom quarterback Ryder Lyons on a visit to USC in April 2024.

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Can USC Trojans Land 5-Stars Brandon Arrington, Ryder Lyons in 2026 Recruiting Class?

The USC Trojans have wrapped up their 2025 recruiting class. With the focus on the transfer portal, which opens up on Dec. 9, get familiar with a couple of 2026 recruits that USC has been heavily linked to.

Dec 3, 2022; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; FOX Sports analyst Matt Leinart before the Big Ten Championship between the Michigan Wolverines and the Purdue Boilermakers at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

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Former USC Trojans' Matt Leinart, Keyshawn Johnson React to 2025 Recruiting Class

The USC Trojans had an up-and-down 2025 recruiting cycle. They landed five-star prospects Husan Longstreet and Jahkeem Stewart but lost out on a number of battles for elite in-state talent. Former Trojans Matt Leinart and Keyshawn Johnson reacted.

Oct 12, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans quarterback Miller Moss (7) throws a pass in the first half against the Penn State Nittany Lions United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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USC Trojans Transfer Quarterback Miller Moss To Visit Missouri, Louisville

USC Trojans quarterback Miller Moss will visit the Missouri Tigers and Louisville Cardinals when the transfer portal officially opens on Monday. Where will the former four-star recruit be playing next season?

Oct 12, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans safety Kamari Ramsey (7) reacts after a play in the second half against the Penn State Nittany Lions at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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USC Trojans Transfer Portal Needs: Offensive Line, Defense Need Reinforcements

The USC Trojans have officially ended the Early National Signing Period by adding 21 high school prospects to the roster. With the transfer portal officially opening up on Dec. 9, how will the Trojans replace offensive linemen Jonah Monheim?

Husan Longstreet

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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?

Nov 30, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava (14) throws against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish during the first half at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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USC Trojans' Lincoln Riley Evaluates Quarterbacks: Jayden Maiava To Start In 2025?

The USC Trojans added five-star Husan Longstreet to the quarterback room but lost redshirt junior Miller Moss to the transfer portal. Coach Lincoln Riley addressed the future of the quarterback room with redshirt sophomore Jayden Maiava leading the charge

Centennial Huskies Quarterback Husan Longstreet (4) catches the ball at Liberty High School on Sept. 21, 2024, in Peoria.

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USC Trojans' Husan Longstreet, Jahkeem Stewart Among Top NIL Recruit Valuations

USC Trojans 5-star signees Husan Longstreet and Jahkeem Stewart are among the highest Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) valuations among the recruiting class of 2025. Longstreet's NIL valuation is $897,000 and Stewart’s NIL valuation is at $461,000.

Jan 2, 2023; Arlington, Texas, USA; USC Trojans offensive lineman Jonah Monheim (79) in action during the game between the USC Trojans and the Tulane Green Wave in the 2023 Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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USC Trojans' Jonah Monheim Named To All-Big Ten Teams, Reese's Senior Bowl Game

After a storied career with the USC Trojans, offensive lineman Jonah Monheim capped off his final season earning Third-Team All-Big Ten honors from the conference coaches. Monheim also accepted an invitation to the 2025 Reese's Senior Bowl.

USC signee Edna Karr defensive lineman Jahkeem Stewart / Instagram / @flashoutjah

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USC Trojans 5-Star Jahkeem Stewart Actively Recruiting for 2026 Recruiting Class

The USC Trojans made a big splash on the first day of the Early Signing Period when Edna Karr (LA) five-star defensive lineman Jahkeem Stewart announced he would be signing with USC. Now, Stewart has shifted his focus to helping them recruit for 2026.

USC Football QB signee Husan Longstreet / Instagram /@thehusanlongstreet, @elite11, @uscfb

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USC Quarterback Husan Longstreet Reveals National Championship Goals, Jahkeem Stewart Relationship [EXCLUSIVE]

Corona Centennial five-star quarterback Husan Longstreet signed with the USC Trojans on Wednesday. In an exclusive interview, Longstreet revealed his national championship goals, relationship with Jahkeem Stewart and the future of USC's receiver room.

Linebacker, Jadon Perlotte

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Why Jadon Perlotte Signed With Tennessee Volunteers Over USC Trojans: Recruiting Flip

The USC Trojans 2025 four-star linebacker commit, Jadon Perlotte, flipped his commitment and signed with the Tennessee Volunteers on Early National Signing Day. It's been a wild 24-hours for USC Trojans recruiting and coach Lincoln Riley.

Nov 30, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley reacts against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the second half at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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USC Trojans Coach Lincoln Riley Shuts Down Other Jobs, UCF Knights: 'I'm Home'

The UCF Knights have inquired about the potential availability of USC coach Lincoln Riley for their head coaching vacancy. However, in his National Signing Day press conference, Riley shut down any idea of him leaving USC for another job. The Knights' for

USC Trojans recruiting target Alex Graham on a visit to the Colorado Buffaloes.

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USC Trojans Flip Four-Star Safety Alex Graham From Colorado Buffaloes

The USC Trojans closed on their recruiting class with a bang by adding a much-needed pickup to the secondary. The Trojans announced that four-star Alex Graham, a safety, will be signing with USC and coach Lincoln Riley.

Dec 31, 2022; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; SEC network host Paul Finebaum looks on before the 2022 Peach Bowl between the Georgia Bulldogs and the Ohio State Buckeyesat Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

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Paul Finebaum Calls For USC Trojans to Fire Coach Lincoln Riley Following 2024 Season

ESPN's Paul Finebaum has been no stranger to critiquing USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley. Finebaum called the Trojans to fire Riley after ending the 2024 regular season with a 6-6 record. Is the USC coach's job security heating up?

Centennial Huskies Quarterback Husan Longstreet (4) prepares to pass the ball at Liberty High School on Sept. 21, 2024, in Peoria.

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Five-Star Quarterback Husan Longstreet Signs with USC Trojans, Texas A&M Flip

Five-star Corona Centennial (CA) quarterback Husan Longstreet officially signed with the USC Trojans on Wednesday during the first day of the Early National Signing Period. The local product headlines the Trojans 2025 recruiting class.

Defensive line recruit Christian Ingram on his visit to the USC Trojans.

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Why Christian Ingram Signed with South Carolina Over USC Trojans

Christian Ingram, a three-star defensive line recruit, has signed with the South Carolina Gamecocks over the USC Trojans on Early National Signing Day. Ingram was also considering Kentucky Wildcats in his recruitment before committing to South Carolina