USC Trojans Sports Talk: What Shows Are Saying Today

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Lincoln Riley is overseeing a program that appears to be maturing both in its physical identity and its roster depth as the season begins to take shape. While the offense continues to produce at a high level, the conversation around the team has shifted toward a defensive unit that is finally matching that intensity.

The defensive transformation under Gary Patterson
Offensive depth fueled by freshman playmakers
Final non-conference tune-up against Louisiana

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14:15TROJANSWeAreSCWatchSimplified calls accelerating defensive developmentFrom the episode: Inside the Walls of Troy: Wednesday practice of Louisiana week, Luke Wafle debut, picks for Saturday5 segs · 2d ago

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99:10TROJANSACC Digital NetworkWatchLongtime conference rivals renew their historic matchupFrom the episode: USC vs. Stanford full match replay | 2026 ACC women's soccer9 segs · 5d ago

25:56TROJANSLocked On USCListenUSC defense dominates with physical shutoutFrom the episode: Zero tolerance defense: USC defeated Fresno St. 39-0 and the defense was physical!2 segs · 6d ago

12:11TROJANSInsideTroyWatchMaturity gives reasons for optimismFrom the episode: Instant analysis from USC's 39-0 shutout victory over Fresno State4 segs · 6d ago

14:52TROJANSTrojan BladeWatchUSC offense performed with remarkable efficiencyFrom the episode: “This is a PLAYOFF Team!!!” | USC Fresno State instant reaction4 segs · 6d ago

13:32TROJANSCFB ON FOXWatchFresno State Bulldogs vs No. 14 USC Trojans highlights 🏈 FOX college football2 segs · 6d ago

27:17TROJANSLocked On USCListenRiley's roster is USC's best since CarrollFrom the episode: The boldest claim yet!: Insider said this is USC's best roster since the Pete Carroll era!3 segs · Sep 3

11:52TROJANSESPNWatchUSC Trojans vs. Texas Longhorns | Big Ten/SEC Volleyball Challenge | ESPN College Volleyball1 seg · Sep 3

13:05TROJANSTrojan BladeWatchUSC faces a physical Fresno State challengeFrom the episode: "Culture war" | USC vs Fresno State game preview4 segs · Sep 2

40:41TROJANS2 Pros and a Cup of JoeListenAthletes fail by ignoring the wider communityFrom the episode: Hour 3: Jonas & Brady - Petros Papadakis5 segs · Sep 2

13:45TROJANSWeAreSCWatchInside the Walls of Troy: Tuesday practice of Fresno State, Lincoln Riley on USC attendance size5 segs · Sep 2

15:40TROJANSSee Ball Get Ball with David PollackWatchUSC Trojans FILM BREAKDOWN | David Pollack Tape Tuesdays2 segs · Sep 1

8:25TROJANSNBC SportsWatchSan Jose State Spartans vs. USC Trojans | College football highlights | 8/29/2026 | NBC Sports3 segs · Aug 29

68:07TROJANSUSCAthleticsWatchVersatile nickel role key to defensive shellFrom the episode: Trojan tailgate show: USC vs. San José State10 segs · Aug 27

27:18TROJANSLocked On USCListenTop recruits visiting for season openerFrom the episode: Week 0 depth chart released: Here come the freshmen starters!3 segs · Aug 27

28:46TROJANSLocked On USC (YouTube)WatchMajor recruiting visitor list for season openerFrom the episode: Week-0 depth chart released: Here come the Freshmen starters!3 segs · Aug 27

27:16TROJANSLocked On USCListenRILEY'S CHALLENGE: Can USC Trojans show toughness?3 segs · Aug 25

29:32TROJANSLocked On USC (YouTube)WatchRILEY'S CHALLENGE: Can the USC Trojans show toughness?3 segs · Aug 25

12:34TROJANSUSCAthleticsWatchUSC RB Waymond Jordan | Trojans Live 8.24.265 segs · Aug 25

7:42TROJANSOn3WatchUSC Trojans fall camp INTEL5 segs · Aug 20