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Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava (8) exits the field after the game at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024.

Nico Iamaleava Transfer Affects On Heisman Trophy Betting Odds, Jayden Maiava

The NCAA Transfer Portal opened on April 16, and Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava transferred to UCLA. The transfer affected the odds of winning the Heisman Trophy, with Iamaleava's odds falling. USC Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava's odds increased.

Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava (8) exits the field after the game at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024.

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Nico Iamaleava Transfer Affects On Heisman Trophy Betting Odds, Jayden Maiava

The NCAA Transfer Portal opened on April 16, and Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava transferred to UCLA. The transfer affected the odds of winning the Heisman Trophy, with Iamaleava's odds falling. USC Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava's odds increased.

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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 Makes Bold Statement On Quarterback Jayden Maiava, Competition

USC Trojans redshirt junior Jayden Maiava has begun to separate himself in the team's quarterback competition this spring. USC coach Lincoln Riley raved about the growth he's seen from Maiava in his second season with the program.

USC Trojans guard Desmond Claude (1) reacts after being called for a foul Thursday, March 13, 2025, during the Big Ten Men’s Basketball Tournament game against the Purdue Boilermakers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Purdue Boilermakers won 76-71.

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USC Trojans Lose Three Players To Transfer Portal: Only One Returning Player

The USC Trojans are in the midst of a complete roster rebuild. Just before the transfer portal officially closed, USC had three players enter their names in last minute. USC guard Desmond Claude and forwards Rashaun Agee and Saint Thomas are portal-bound.

Notre Dame assistant athletics director Chad Bowden watches a Notre Dame football practice at Irish Athletic Center on Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025, in South Bend.

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USC Trojans General Manager Chad Bowden Details His Role In 'Greatest Job In America'

USC Trojans general manager Chad Bowden was recently interviewed, and he detailed his role, the future of the program, and why he decided to leave Notre Dame and go all in with the USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley.

Penn State linebacker Ta'Mere Robinson (24) celebrates after recording a tackle for loss in the second half of an NCAA football game against Kent State, Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, in State College, Pa.

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USC Trojans' Lincoln Riley Adds Penn State Linebacker Ta'Mere Robinson Via Transfer Portal

The USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley have landed a second player out of the transfer portal with former Penn State Nittany Lions linebacker Ta'Mere Robinson committing to USC on Tuesday. Are Riley and his coaching staff finished recruiting the portal?

Nov 2, 2024; Syracuse, New York, USA; Syracuse Orange wide receiver Trebor Pena (2) tries to avoid a tackle by Virginia Tech Hokies cornerback Dorian Strong (44) in the third quarter at JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images

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Top Transfer Portal Receiver Trebor Pena To USC Trojans? Penn State, USC Visit

Former Syracuse Orange all-conference receiver Trebor Pena is set to visit the USC Trojans this week. The redshirt senior is one of the most coveted players in the transfer portal. Pena will also visit the Miami Hurricanes and UCLA Bruins.

Mar 27, 2025; San Francisco, CA, USA; Maryland Terrapins guard Rodney Rice (1) stands on court during the second half against the Florida Gators during a West Regional semifinal of the 2025 NCAA tournament at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Eakin Howard-Imagn Images

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USC Trojans Transfer Portal: Elite Maryland Guard Rodney Rice Commits

The USC Trojans men's basketball program, led by coach Eric Musselman, has been active in the NCAA Transfer Portal. The Trojans received a commitment from Maryland Terrapins transfer Rodney Rice, the seventh player to transfer to USC this cycle.

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' Keeshawn Silver Wears No. 9 To Honor His Late Mother

Keeshawn Silver is one of six defensive lineman that is wearing a single-digit number for the USC Trojans this season. Silver, a Kentucky Wildcats transfer, wears No. 9 for a special reason: to honor his late mother.

Nov 2, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley stands on the sideline during the fourth quarter against the Washington Huskies at Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

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USC Trojans Host Former Tulane Cornerback Rayshawn Pleasant For Weekend Visit

With the spring transfer portal officially open, the USC Trojans hosted former Tulane cornerback Rayshawn Pleasant over the weekend. USC also had a pair of linebackers on campus in Penn State transfer Ta'Mere Robinson and South Dakota's Gary Bryant III.

Penn State freshman Ta'Mere Robinson poses for a photo with a young fan following the Blue-White game at Beaver Stadium on Saturday, April 15, 2023, in State College.

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USC Trojans Predicted To Land Transfer Portal Linebacker From Penn State

The USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley have already added Notre Dame safety Kennedy Urlacher through the transfer portal, and the Trojans have been predicted to land Penn State linebacker Ta'Mere Robinson out of the portal as well.

Dec 19, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Cal State Northridge Matadors guard Keonte Jones (4) shoots the ball against the UCLA Bruins in the first half at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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USC Trojans Transfer Portal Addition Keonte Jones, Instant Impact?

The USC Trojans have reeled in some of the six players from the transfer portal so far. One of the underrated pickups the Trojans have made is Cal State Northridge transfer Keonte Jones. The forward is expected to have a big role with the Trojans.

Penn State linebacker Ta'Mere Robinson (24) celebrates after recording a tackle for loss in the second half of an NCAA football game against Kent State, Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, in State College, Pa.

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USC Trojans Transfer Portal: Linebackers Ta’Mere Robinson, Gary Bryant III Visit

The USC Trojans are hosting former Penn State linebacker Ta'Mere Robinson and South Dakota linebacker Gary Bryant III during the first weekend of the spring transfer portal window. Can USC coach Lincoln Riley continue to add to the defense?

Notre Dame safety Kennedy Urlacher (23) talks with teammates on the sidelines during a Notre Dame football practice at Irish Athletic Center on Monday, Dec. 16, 2024, in South Bend.

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USC Trojans Land Elite Transfer From Notre Dame, Son Of NFL Hall Of Famer

The USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley were expected to pursue some defenders in the transfer portal, and former Notre Dame safety Kennedy Urlacher committed to Riley and USC on Saturday. Urlacher is the son of Brian Urlacher, an NFL Hall of Famer.

Feb 26, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Utah Utes forward Ezra Ausar (2) dribbles the ball during the first half against the Arizona Wildcats at McKale Center. Mandatory Credit: Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images

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USC Trojans Add Sixth Transfer Portal Addition: 4-Star Utah Forward Ezra Ausar

The USC Trojans men's basketball team added a sixth transfer portal prospect this offseason, reeling in Utah Utes' Ezra Ausar. The senior forward has one season of eligibility left and will figure to fight for a role in USC coach Eric Musselman's rotation

Dec 27, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley reacts against the Texas A&M Aggies in the first half at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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USC Trojans Transfer Portal: Add Wisconsin Transfer Tight End Tanner Koziol?

With the spring transfer portal officially opened, the USC Trojans will likely be looking to add depth to several positions. Wisconsin tight end Tanner Koziol entered the portal after committing to the Badgers in December.

Notre Dame safety Kennedy Urlacher (23) lines up during a NCAA college football game against Florida State at Notre Dame Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024, in South Bend.

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USC Trojans Predicted To Land Transfer Kennedy Urlacher, Son Of NFL Hall of Famer

The USC Trojans are a frontrunner to land former Notre Dame Fighting Irish safety Kennedy Urlacher in the transfer portal. Kennedy is the son of College and Pro Football Hall of Fame linebacker, Brian Urlacher.

Oct 24, 2023; Charlotte, NC, USA; Georgia Tech player Kara Dunn during the ACC Women s Tipoff at Hilton Charlotte Uptown. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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USC Trojans' First Transfer Portal Addition: Georgia Tech Guard Kara Dunn

The USC Trojans have had a relatively quiet offseason up to this point. After losing four players to transfer portal defections, the Trojans finally made their first portal acquisition, reeling in a four-star transfer, Georgia Tech guard Kara Dunn.

South Dakota Coyote linebacker Gary Bryant III celebrates the catch in the end zone on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024, at Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium in Brookings, South Dakota.

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USC Trojans Transfer Portal: Lincoln Riley Hosting South Dakota Linebacker Gary Bryant

South Dakota Coyotes linebacker Gary Bryant has reportedly scheduled three visits after entering the transfer portal. The USC Trojans, California Golden Bears, and West Virginia Mountaineers are currently contending for Bryant's commitment.

Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava (8) walks off the field after the loss to Ohio State in the NCAA college football playoff game on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, in Columbus, Ohio.

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Nico Iamaleava Chooses UCLA Bruins In Transfer Portal Over USC Trojans

Former Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Nico Iamaleava is set to join the UCLA Bruins after a dramatic ending in Tennessee.

Nov 11, 2023; Boise, Idaho, USA; Boise State Broncos wide receiver Prince Strachan (17) catches the ball during the first half against the New Mexico Lobos at Albertsons Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Losness-Imagn Images

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USC Trojans' Lincoln Riley Pleased With Receiver Room Progress: Prince Strachan, Corey Simms

The USC Trojans had big questions at the receiver position heading into spring practice. USC coach Lincoln Riley has been pleased with the progress made in the room and pointed to Boise State transfer Prince Strachan and early enrollee Corey Simms

Notre Dame safety Kennedy Urlacher (23) at Notre Dame spring football practice Thursday, March 7, 2024, at the Irish Athletics Center in South Bend.

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USC Trojans Targeting Notre Dame Transfer Portal Safety Kennedy Urlacher?

Notre Dame Fighting Irish safety Kennedy Urlacher entered the transfer portal on April 16, and the USC Trojans are reportedly a top school to watch. USC general manager Chad Bowden played a pivotal role in Urlacher's recruitment with Notre Dame.

Dec 31, 2024; Glendale, AZ, USA; Boise State Broncos linebacker Andrew Simpson (10) against the Penn State Nittany Lions during the Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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USC Trojans Hosting Transfer Portal Linebacker Andrew Simpson, Former Boise State Broncos

Former Boise State linebacker Andrew Simpson plans to visit the USC Trojans this week. Simpson was a former three-star recruit coming out of nearby St. John Bosco (Calif.) high school in the 2021 cycle.

Four-star defensive tackle Jamaal Jarrett from Grimsley High School in Greensboro, North Carolina committed to Georgia over Auburn and UNC.

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Why USC Trojans Transfer Jamaal Jarrett Left Georgia Bulldogs

USC Trojans defensive tackle Jamaal Jarrett joined the USC Athletics program "Trojans Live" to talk all things football. The interview didn't start slowly as the first question asked was why Jarrett left the Georgia Bulldogs to come to Southern California

Nov 11, 2023; Fort Collins, Colorado, USA; Colorado State Rams assistant coach - wide receivers Chad Savage talks to his team during the second quarter against the San Diego State Aztecs at Sonny Lubick Field at Canvas Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Wevers-Imagn Images

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What USC Trojans Tight Ends Coach Chad Savage Said About NIL Recruiting, Southern California

USC Trojans tight ends coach Chad Savage has been a significant part of the Trojans' recruiting efforts. USC has an elite class of 2026 coming in, and Savage is a big reason why. Savage sat down to talk about name, image, and likeness changing recruiting.

Apr 23, 2022; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Southern California Trojans coach Lincoln Riley during the spring game at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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USC Trojans Spring Transfer Portal: Lincoln Riley Looking For Wide Receiver, Linebacker?

The USC Trojans reeled in one of the top transfer portal classes during the winter window period. USC coach Lincoln Riley was able to fill the most pressing holes in the roster and is now looking to potentially add more players into the fold during the sp