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Team Information
| Ground | United Airlines Field at the Los Angeles Memorial |
| City | Los Angeles, California |
| Conference | Big Ten, |
| Nickname | Trojans |
USC Trojans Football News
About USC Trojans Football
In 2024, the USC Trojans football team joins the Big Ten Conference, leaving behind the Pac-12. Under coach Lincoln Riley, they're gearing up for a thrilling season at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. This marks a significant shift for the Trojans, eager to make their mark in their new conference. Get ready for some exciting gridiron action!
| Name of Team | USC Trojans Football Team |
| First season | 1888 |
| Athletic director | Jennifer Cohen |
| Head coach | Lincoln Riley 2nd season, 19–8 (.704) |
| Stadium | Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum |
| Location | Los Angeles, California |
| Conference | Big Ten Conference |
| Field surface | Bermuda grass |
| Conference titles | 37 |
| Division titles | 4 (2015, 2017, 2020, 2022) |
| Fight song | Fight On |
| Rivals | Notre Dame (rivalry) UCLA (rivalry) Stanford (rivalry) |
| Consensus All-Americans | 84 |
USC Trojans Football Team Introduction
The USC Trojans football program, representing the University of Southern California, is a powerhouse in American collegiate football. Competing in the Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) of the NCAA and the Big Ten Conference, they boast a storied history dating back to 1888. USC is a symbol of excellence in the sport with over 860 wins, 11 national championships, and a legacy of producing top-tier talent, including eight Heisman Trophy winners. Their home turf is the iconic Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, where they've forged countless gridiron memories. Get ready to witness the Trojans' relentless pursuit of victory!
USC Trojans Football Team History
Since 1888, the USC Trojans football team has been a force in college football. They started strong with a 16–0 win against the Alliance Athletic Club, led by quarterback Arthur Carroll. Joining the Intercollegiate Football Association of Southern California in 1893, they dominated local rivals like Occidental and Caltech. Initially known as the Methodists, they became the Trojans in 1912. Despite early struggles against powerhouse teams like Stanford, they soon built rivalries with future Pac-12 opponents. Over the years, USC has become synonymous with excellence, boasting a rich history of victories and producing legendary players.
USC Trojans Football Team Coaches
Head Coach Profile
Lincoln Riley, head coach of the USC Trojans, brings a wealth of experience and success to the program. Formerly leading the University of Oklahoma, he secured four consecutive Big 12 Championship titles. Known for his "Air Raid" offensive strategy, Riley has nurtured top-tier talent, including three Heisman Trophy-winning quarterbacks and numerous NFL draft picks. Despite bowl game challenges, his coaching prowess and player development remain undeniable, promising a bright future for USC football.
| No. | Coach | Years | Record |
| 1, 2 | Henry H. Goddard & Frank H. Suffel | 1888 | 2–0 |
| No coach | 1889, 1891–1896 | 7–7–1 | |
| 3 | Lewis R. Freeman | 1897 | 5–1 |
| No coach | 1898–1900 | 8–5–3 | |
| 4 | Clair S. Tappaan | 1901 | 0–1 |
| 5 | John Walker | 1903 | 4–2 |
| 6 | Harvey Holmes | 1904–1907 | 19–5–3 |
| 7 | William I. Traeger | 1908 | 3–1–1 |
| 8, 10 | Dean Cromwell | 1909–1910, 1916–1918 | 21–8–6 |
| 9 | Ralph Glaze | 1914–1915 | 7–7 |
| 11 | Gus Henderson | 1919–1924 | 45–7 |
| 12 | Howard Jones | 1925–1940 | 121–36–13 |
| 13 | Sam Barry | 1941 | 2–6–1 |
| 14 | Jeff Cravath | 1942–1950 | 54–28–8 |
| 15 | Jess Hill | 1951–1956 | 45–17–1 |
| 16 | Don Clark | 1957–1959 | 13–16–1 |
| 17 | John McKay | 1960–1975 | 127–40–8 |
| 18, 21 | John Robinson | 1976–1982, 1993–1997 | 104–35–4 |
| 19 | Ted Tollner | 1983–1986 | 26–20–1 |
| 20 | Larry Smith | 1987–1992 | 44–25–3 |
| 22 | Paul Hackett | 1998–2000 | 19–18 |
| 23 | Pete Carroll | 2001–2009 | 83–18 † |
| 24 | Lane Kiffin | 2010–2013 | 28–15 |
| 25 | Ed Orgeron | 2013 | 6–2 |
| 26, 28 | Clay Helton | 2013 (bowl), 2015–2021 | 46–24 |
| 27 | Steve Sarkisian | 2014–2015 | 12–6 |
| 29 | Donte Williams | 2021 | 4-8 |
| 30 | Lincoln Riley | 2022–present | 18-8 |
USC Trojans Football Team Stadium
The Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, or L.A. Coliseum, is a historic stadium in Los Angeles, California. Built in 1923 as a tribute to World War I veterans, it holds the distinction of hosting the Summer Olympics thrice. Home to the USC Trojans football team, it also hosts NASCAR's Busch Light Clash and has a quarter-mile racetrack on its infield every February. Managed by USC, it's jointly owned by the State of California, Los Angeles County, and the city. Renovated in 2019, it now features luxury boxes and club suites, though seating capacity has decreased to 77,500.
USC Trojans Football Team Rivals
Notre Dame
USC and Notre Dame have a historic rivalry, playing annually for the Jeweled Shillelagh. It's a big deal in college football, featuring top teams, Heisman winners, and future NFL stars. They've played since 1926, except for breaks during World War II and the COVID-19 pandemic.
UCLA
USC and UCLA, both from Los Angeles, share a fierce rivalry. They compete for the Victory Bell and city bragging rights. The annual game is a big deal for students and families, and it is divided between the schools, with traditions like wearing home uniforms.
Stanford
USC's rivalry with Stanford dates back to 1905. While it faded for a while, it revived when Stanford got strong under Jim Harbaugh. USC leads the series, but Stanford's recent successes have kept the rivalry alive.
Cal
USC also has a rivalry with California, though smaller than Stanford or UCLA. They've played over 100 times, with USC leading the series. However, with USC moving to the Big Ten and Cal to the ACC, the rivalry is on hold for now.
USC Trojans Football Team Record and Stats
The USC Trojans football team boasts an impressive record and numerous accolades:
National championships
USC has won 17 national championships recognized by the NCAA. They claim 11 titles, including 7 from major polls. Two titles are from the Dickinson System (1928, 1939). The 2004 title was vacated due to NCAA sanctions, but they kept the AP title for that year.
| Year | Coach | Selectors | Record | Bowl | Final AP | Final Coaches |
| 1928 | Howard Jones | Dickinson System, Sagarin | 9–0–1 | – | – | – |
| 1931 | Berryman, Billingsley, Boand, Dickinson, Dunkel, Helms, Houlgate, Football Research, NCF, Poling, Sagarin, Sagarin (ELOChess), Williamson | 10–1 | Won Rose | – | – | |
| 1932 | Berryman, Billingsley, Boand, Dunkel, Football Research, Helms, Houlgate, NCF, Parke Davis, Poling, Sagarin, Williamson | 10–0 | Won Rose | – | – | |
| 1939 | Dickinson | 8–0–2 | Won Rose | No. 3 | – | |
| 1962 | John McKay | AP, Berryman, DeVold, Dunkel, FB News, Football Research, FWAA, Helms, NCF, NFF, Poling, UPI (coaches), Williamson | 11–0 | Won Rose | No. 1 | No. 1 |
| 1967 | AP, Berryman, Billingsley, DeVold, FB News, Football Research, FW, Helms, Matthews, NCF, NFF, Sagarin, Sagarin (ELO-Chess), UPI (coaches) | 10–1 | Won Rose | No. 1 | No. 1 | |
| 1972 | AP, Berryman, Billingsley, DeVold, Dunkel, FACT, FB News, Football Research, FW, Helms, Litkenhous, Matthews, NCF, NFF, Poling, Sagarin, Sagarin (ELO-Chess), UPI (coaches) | 12–0 | Won Rose | No. 1 | No. 1 | |
| 1974 | FW, Helms, NCF, NFF, UPI (coaches) | 10–1–1 | Won Rose | No. 2 | No. 1 | |
| 1978 | John Robinson | Berryman, Billingsley, FACT, FB News, Helms, NCF, Sagarin (ELO-Chess), Sporting News, UPI (coaches) | 12–1 | Won Rose | No. 2 | No. 1 |
| 2003 | Pete Carroll | AP, CCR, Eck, FW, Matthews, NY Times, Sporting News | 12–1 | Won Rose | No. 1 | No. 2 |
| 2004 | Anderson & Hester, AP, Berryman, Billingsley, CCR, Colley Matrix, DeVold, Dunkel, Eck, Massey, Matthews, NFF, NY Times, Rothman, Sporting News, Sagarin, Williamson Vacated: BCS, FWAA, USA Today/ESPN (coaches) | 13–0 | Won Orange Bowl (BCS National Championship Game) | No. 1 |
Conference Championships
USC won 39 conference championships in the Pac-12. The 2004 and 2005 titles were later vacated.
| 1927 | 1928 | 1929 | 1931 | 1932 | 1938 | 1939 | 1943 | 1944 | 1945 |
| 1947 | 1952 | 1959 | 1962 | 1964 | 1966 | 1967 | 1968 | 1972 | 1973 |
| 1974 | 1976 | 1978 | 1979 | 1984 | 1987 | 1988 | 1989 | 1993 | 1995 |
| 2002 | 2003 | 2004 | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2017 | - | - |
Division championships
USC has won 4 division championships
| Season | Division | Coach | Opponent | CG result |
| 2015 | Pac-12 South | Steve Sarkisian / Clay Helton | Stanford | L 22–41 |
| 2017 | Pac-12 South | Clay Helton | Stanford | W 31–28 |
| 2020 | Pac-12 South | Clay Helton | Oregon | L 24–31 |
| 2022 | Pac-12 South | Lincoln Riley | Utah | L 24–47 |
USC Trojans Football Team Roster
Offense:
Quarterbacks:
Jake Jensen (SO)
Miller Moss (SO)
Malachi Nelson (FR)
Gage Roy (SO)
Isaac Ward (JR)
Running Backs:
Darwin Barlow (SR)
Matt Colombo (JR)
Quinten Joyner (FR)
A'Marion Peterson (FR)
Wide Receivers:
Zachariah Branch (FR)
Raleek Brown (SO)
Kyron Hudson (SO)
Michael Jackson III (JR)
Ja'Kobi Lane (FR)
Makai Lemon (FR)
Jaden Moore (FR)
Corey Nerhus (JR)
Duce Robinson (FR)
Ty Shamblin (JR)
Dorian Singer (JR)
Mario Williams (JR)
Josiah Zamora (SO)
Tight Ends:
Kade Eldridge (FR)
Lake McRee (SO)
Luke Otte (SO)
Carson Tabaracci (FR)
Jude Wolfe (SR)
CJ Woods (JR)
Offensive Line:
Micah Banuelos (FR)
Andres Dewerk (JR)
Cooper Lovelace (SR)
Andrew Milek (JR)
Jonah Monheim (JR)
Mason Murphy (SO)
Alani Noa (FR)
Kilian O'Connor (SO)
Elijah Paige (FR)
Emmanuel Pregnon (JR)
Gino Quinones (SR)
Tobias Raymond (FR)
Jack Susnjar (FR)
Amos Talalele (FR)
Michael Tarquin (SR)
Grant Tucker (SR)
Defense:
Defensive Line:
Bear Alexander (SO)
Sinjun Astani (SR)
De'jon Benton (SR)
Korey Foreman (JR)
Elijah Hughes (FR)
Deijon Laffitte (FR)
Anthony Lucas (SO)
Kobe Pepe (JR)
Jack Sullivan (SR)
Stanley Ta'ufo'ou (SR)
Tyrone Taleni (SR)
Devan Thompkins (FR)
Solomon Tuliaupupu (SR)
Linebackers:
Sam Greene (FR)
Romello Height (JR)
Jamil Muhammad (SR)
DJ Peevy (FR)
Garrett Pomerantz (SO)
Braylan Shelby (FR)
Kyon Barrs (SR)
Theo Bravos (JR)
Mason Cobb (SR)
Tackett Curtis (FR)
Raesjon Davis (JR)
Eric Gentry (JR)
Garrison Madden (FR)
Roman Marchetti (SO)
Deuce Palmer (SR)
Chris Thompson Jr. (SR)
Cornerbacks:
Prophet Brown (SO)
Jacob Covington (JR)
Maliki Crawford (FR)
Tre'Quon Fegans (FR)
Domani Jackson (SO)
Fabian Ross (SO)
L Simpson (JR)
Ceyair Wright (SO)
Safeties:
Anthony Beavers Jr. (SO)
Zion Branch (FR)
Xamarion Gordon (SO)
Daniel Jimenez-Fulton (SO)
Christian Pierce (FR)
Bryson Shaw (SR)
Jaylin Smith (JR)
Max Williams (SR)
Special Teams:
Placekickers:
Eddie Czaplicki (JR)
Denis Lynch (SO)
Tyler Robles (FR)
Garth White (JR)
Punters:
Michael McAllister (JR)
Will Rose (SR)
Aadyn Sleep-Dalton (SR)
Long Snappers:
Jac Casasante (SR)
Daniel Meunier (SR)
Nathan Weneta (JR)
USC Trojans Football Team Schedule
Vegas Kickoff Classic
Date: September 1 (Sunday)
Time: 4:30 p.m.
Opponent: LSU
Location: Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, Nev.
Broadcast: ABC
Utah State University
Date: September 7 (Saturday)
Time: TBD
Opponent: Utah State
Location: United Airlines Field at L.A. Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, Calif.
University of Michigan
Date: September 21 (Saturday)
Time: TBD
Opponent: Michigan
Location: Michigan Stadium, Ann Arbor, Mich.
University of Wisconsin
Date: September 28 (Saturday)
Time: TBD
Opponent: Wisconsin
Location: United Airlines Field at L.A. Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, Calif.
University of Minnesota
Date: October 5 (Saturday)
Time: TBD
Opponent: Minnesota
Location: Huntington Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, Minn.
Penn State University
Date: October 12 (Saturday)
Time: TBD
Opponent: Penn State
Location: United Airlines Field at L.A. Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, Calif.
University of Maryland
Date: October 19 (Saturday)
Time: TBD
Opponent: Maryland
Location: SECU Stadium, College Park, Md.
Rutgers University
Date: October 26 (Saturday)
Time: TBD
Opponent: Rutgers
Location: United Airlines Field at L.A. Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, Calif.
University of Washington
Date: November 2 (Saturday)
Time: TBD
Opponent: Washington
Location: Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium, Seattle, Wash.
University of Nebraska
Date: November 16 (Saturday)
Time: TBD
Opponent: Nebraska
Location: United Airlines Field at L.A. Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, Calif.
UCLA
Date: November 23 (Saturday)
Time: TBD
Opponent: UCLA
Location: Rose Bowl Stadium, Pasadena, Calif.
Notre Dame Fighting Irish
Date: November 30 (Saturday)
Time: TBD
Opponent: Notre Dame
Location: United Airlines Field at L.A. Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, Calif.
FAQ's On USC Trojans Football
A. The USC Trojans football season usually kicks off in early September.
A. The USC Trojans play their home games at the United Airlines Field at L.A. Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, California.
A. Tickets for USC football games can be purchased online through the official USC Athletics website or authorized ticket vendors.
A. Some notable rivals of the USC Trojans include UCLA, Notre Dame, and Stanford.
A. The USC Trojans have won 11 national championships in football, with the most recent one in 2004.
