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Southern California quarterback Caleb Williams, right, gets a hug from offensive lineman Brett Neilon after USC defeated Notre Dame 38-27 an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 26, 2022, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
Trojan transformation: Lincoln Riley's remarkable fix at USC

By Greg Beacham Nov. 29, 2022 06:24 PM EST

FILE - Pittsburgh wide receiver Jordan Addison (3) hauls in a pass for a touchdown against Duke safety Lummie Young IV (23) during the first half of an NCAA college football game Nov. 6, 2021, in Durham, N.C. Addison is exploring his options. The 2021 Biletnikoff Award winner as the nation's top receiver is in the NCAA transfer portal. Addison put in his paperwork by the May 1 deadline and his entry became visible Tuesday. (AP Photo/Chris Seward, File)
USC lands All-American WR Jordan Addison from Pitt

By Greg Beacham May. 19, 2022 06:03 PM EDT

FILE - Oklahoma quarterback Caleb Williams (13) celebrates with fans while walking off the field after the team's team's 52-31 win over TCU in an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, in Norman, Okla. Caleb Williams is transferring to Southern California, following his former coach Lincoln Riley from Oklahoma to the Trojans. Williams posted his long-awaited announcement on social media Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2022, a video that included the former five-star recruit in a USC uniform and famous Trojans fan Snoop Dogg rapping. (Ian Maule/Tulsa World via AP, File)
Former Oklahoma QB Caleb Williams is transferring to USC

By Greg Beacham Feb. 01, 2022 12:20 PM EST

FILE - Oklahoma defensive coordinator Alex Grinch speaks during an NCAA college football news conference Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2021, in Norman, Okla. Southern California coach Lincoln Riley confirmed his full coaching staff for his debut season with the Trojans on Monday, Jan. 10, 2022. Riley's new staff is headlined by Alex Grinch, his defensive coordinator and safeties coach. Grinch followed Riley from Oklahoma last month, taking the same private plane to Los Angeles after three seasons together with the Sooners. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki, File)
Lincoln Riley names his full USC coaching staff

Jan. 10, 2022 02:48 PM EST

Southern California cornerback Isaac Taylor-Stuart (6) loses his helmet as he forces California tight end Jake Tonges (85) out of bounds after a long pass reception during the second quarter of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021, in Berkeley, Calif. (AP Photo/D. Ross Cameron)
Cal's defense rises up, hands USC fourth straight loss

Michael Wagaman Dec. 05, 2021 02:19 AM EST

California quarterback Chase Garbers throws a pass during the second half of an NCAA college football game against UCLA Saturday, Nov. 27, 2021, in Pasadena, Calif. UCLA won 42-14. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
USC, Cal wrapping up season after earlier postponement

By Michael Wagaman Dec. 02, 2021 01:04 PM EST

Lincoln Riley, the new head football coach of the University of Southern California, speaks during a ceremony in Los Angeles, Monday, Nov. 29, 2021. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Riley gets first look at USC as Trojans try to keep focus

By Dan Greenspan Nov. 30, 2021 11:00 PM EST

Lincoln Riley, the new head football coach of the University of Southern California, speaks during a ceremony in Los Angeles, Monday, Nov. 29, 2021. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Lincoln Riley eager to return USC Trojans to winning ways

By Greg Beacham Nov. 29, 2021 08:10 PM EST

Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy, left, talks with Oklahoma coach Lincoln Riley before an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 27, 2021, in Stillwater, Okla. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)
USC hires coach Lincoln Riley away from Oklahoma

By Greg Beacham Nov. 28, 2021 06:21 PM EST

Brigham Young tight end Masen Wake (13) celebrates after running for a first down during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Southern California in Los Angeles, Saturday, Nov. 27, 2021. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
No. 13 BYU squanders lead, rallies to beat USC 35-31

By Joe Reedy Nov. 28, 2021 02:27 AM EST

Southern California quarterback Jaxson Dart passes during the first half of an NCAA college football game against UCLA Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
Dart, USC trying to salvage season against No. 13 BYU

By Dan Greenspan Nov. 24, 2021 06:06 PM EST

FILE - Southern California coach Clay Helton watches warmups on the field before the team's NCAA college football game against Stanford on Sept. 11, 2021, in Los Angeles. Former Southern California coach Helton was hired by Georgia Southern on Tuesday, Nov. 2, to lead the Eagles, seven weeks after he was fired by USC. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File)
Pac-12's head coach vacancies are likely to grow

By Anne M. Peterson Nov. 23, 2021 11:01 AM EST

UCLA running back Kazmeir Allen, left, makes a touchdown catch as Southern California cornerback Isaac Taylor-Stuart defends during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
Signature win: Thompson-Robinson leads UCLA past USC 62-33

By Greg Beacham Nov. 20, 2021 07:57 PM EST

UCLA running back Kazmeir Allen celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Southern California Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
UCLA at USC 11/20/2021

Nov. 20, 2021 05:55 PM EST

Southern California quarterback Jaxson Dart (2) celebrates a touchdown against Arizona State during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021, in Tempe, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)
USC QB Jaxson Dart to make debut start in UCLA rivalry game

By Greg Beacham Nov. 17, 2021 04:46 PM EST

Oregon State tight end Teagan Quitoriano (84) and running back Deshaun Fenwick (5) celebrate Quitoriano's touchdown during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021, in Corvallis, Ore. Oregon State won 35-14. (AP Photo/Amanda Loman)
Oregon State, UCLA going bowling after long droughts

By Anne M. Peterson Nov. 16, 2021 03:37 PM EST

California head coach Justin Wilcox, center, stands on the sideline during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Oregon State in Berkeley, Calif., Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)
Cal-USC game postponed over positive COVID-19 tests

By Josh Dubow Nov. 09, 2021 07:43 PM EST

Fans storm the field after double overtime of an NCAA college football game between Oregon State and Colorado, Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021, in Boulder, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Outside of Oregon, it's a rocky season for the Pac-12

By Pat Graham Nov. 09, 2021 06:48 PM EST

Arizona State running back DeaMonte Trayanum (1) bulls his way into the end zone against Southern California's Greg Johnson (1) and Chris Steele (8) during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021, in Tempe, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)
White runs for 202 yards, Arizona State beats USC 31-16

By John Marshall Nov. 07, 2021 01:08 AM EDT

Washington State defensive back Armani Marsh (8) trips up Arizona State running back DeaMonte Trayanum (1) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct 30, 2021, in Tempe, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)
USC, Arizona State face off to stay in Pac-12 South race

By John Marshall Nov. 04, 2021 06:11 PM EDT