FIGHT ON: Physicality Improves For USC, Prioritizing Recruiting Over Portal Next

USC’s Lincoln Riley failed, admittedly so, by using the Transfer Portal too much during his first two seasons in Los Angeles. He’s corrected his error and the Trojans’ recruiting efforts are going to pay dividends with the nation’s #1 recruiting class. How long before those top-notch football prospects pay dividends?

Bringing back Jayden Maiava and a bevy of talented players could see the Trojans compete for the 2026 College Football Playoff. Will the boosters be patient if USC doesn’t reach its goal next year? Brian Smith and Marc Kulkin examine this unique situation.

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