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LOS ANGELES — Entering his fifth season at USC, head coach Lincoln Riley faces one of the most important years of his tenure with the Trojans. Since arriving in Los Angeles, Riley has transformed USC into one of college football’s premier recruiting destinations while continuing to build one of the nation’s most explosive offenses. Now, with the program entering another challenging Big Ten campaign, expectations remain as high as ever. The 2026 season presents a fresh opportu

LOS ANGELES — As USC prepares for another demanding Big Ten campaign, all eyes will once again be on quarterback Jayden Maiava. After emerging as USC’s starting quarterback and returning for the 2026 season, Maiava enters the year as one of the conference’s most experienced signal-callers. His development will be one of the biggest factors in determining how far the Trojans can go this fall. Known for his strong arm, mobility and poise under pressure, Maiava gives head coach

LOS ANGELES — Football season is almost here. With just one month remaining until kickoff, excitement continues to build around the USC football program as the Trojans prepare to open the 2026 season on Aug. 29 against San José State at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. After an offseason filled with recruiting success, roster development and high expectations, USC enters the year looking to take another step forward in the Big Ten. Head coach Lincoln Riley returns an experi

The Big Ten enters the 2026 season with several legitimate national championship contenders, a crowded second tier and multiple programs beginning new eras. Ohio State and Oregon remain the conference’s standard entering August, but Indiana, USC, Michigan and Penn State should all have opportunities to stay in the College Football Playoff race. Farther down the rankings, Washington and Iowa appear capable of disrupting the conference standings, while UCLA begins a major rebui

LOS ANGELES — As UCLA prepares for the 2026 season, defensive back Brayden Loftin enters fall camp with an opportunity to become one of the Bruins’ most reliable contributors in the secondary. Photo: Peter Zhan / Sideline Frames Media Under first-year head coach Bob Chesney, UCLA is looking to build a more physical and disciplined defense, and Loftin’s versatility makes him an important part of that effort. Capable of defending the pass while providing support against the run

LOS ANGELES — UCLA enters the 2026 season with several new faces expected to contribute on offense, and running back Anthony Woods is among the players poised to make an immediate impact. Photo: Peter Zhan / Sideline Frames Media Woods brings speed, vision and physical running ability to a Bruins offense looking to establish a more balanced attack under first-year head coach Bob Chesney. As UCLA prepares for another challenging Big Ten schedule, a dependable rushing game will

LOS ANGELES — While quarterbacks and skill-position players often receive the most attention, success in the Big Ten begins at the line of scrimmage. For UCLA, offensive lineman Russell Wiers is expected to play an important role in building that foundation. Photo: Peter Zhan / Sideline Frames Media Entering the 2026 season, Weir provides the Bruins with valuable size, experience and versatility along the offensive line. As UCLA prepares for its first season under head coach

LOS ANGELES — Few newcomers have generated as much excitement during UCLA’s offseason as wide receiver Mikey Matthews. Photo: Peter Zhan / Sideline Frames Media After transferring to Westwood, Matthews arrives as one of the Bruins’ most dynamic offensive weapons. Known for his quickness, reliable hands and ability to create separation, the receiver is expected to play a significant role in UCLA’s passing attack during the program’s first season under head coach Bob Chesney. M

LOS ANGELES — The 2026 season represents a fresh start for UCLA football. With Bob Chesney entering his first year as head coach, the Bruins will begin a new chapter built around effort, discipline and a significantly reshaped roster. UCLA enters the fall looking to establish a clearer identity while becoming more competitive in its third season as a member of the Big Ten. Photo: Peter Zhan / Sideline Frames Media Chesney arrives in Westwood after a successful run at James Ma

LOS ANGELES — Expectations are high in Los Angeles as USC enters the 2026 college football season looking to establish itself as a true Big Ten contender. After another productive offseason under head coach Lincoln Riley, the Trojans return one of the conference’s most experienced rosters while adding the nation’s consensus No. 1 recruiting class. USC opens the season with three consecutive home games at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, beginning with San José State on Aug.

LOS ANGELES — Every new era begins with a leader, and for UCLA football, that player is quarterback Nico Iamaleava. After arriving in Westwood during the offseason, Iamaleava has quickly become the face of a Bruins program entering its first season under head coach Bob Chesney. One of the nation’s most highly regarded quarterbacks, the former five-star recruit brings experience, arm talent and athleticism to a team looking to make its mark in the Big Ten. Photo: Peter Zhan /