USC-UCLA rivalry game will give Victory Bell winner power to salvage disappointing season

Southern California (5-5, 3-5 Big Ten) at UCLA (4-6, 3-5), Saturday, 10:30 p.m. EST (NBC)

Why Pamela Maldonado likes UCLA as a home underdog against USC

Pamela Maldonado shares betting trends that leads her to take the home underdogs UCLA against USC.

USC football to wear Kobe Bryant-inspired cleats against UCLA

The look is modeled after the pair Kobe Bryant debuted on Christmas Day 2010 and is exclusively customized for the USC Trojans.

College football 2024 Week 13 schedule: Alabama vs. Oklahoma

Week 13 of the 2024 college football season has arrived. Alabama vs. Oklahoma is among the marquee matchups. Check out how to watch the games now.

Five-star QB Julian Lewis decommits from USC: What's next and where he fits

The No. 2 player in the 2025 class has reopened his recruitment. He has been linked with three teams. Here's where he might land by signing day.

College football recruiting intel: Latest buzz, QB visits

It's the final push for the top 2025 recruits. Here's what we know about final visits, fallout from coaching changes and the push to flip a few five-stars.

Sources: No. 2 '25 QB Julian Lewis decommits from USC

Julian Lewis, the No. 2 player and quarterback in the 2025 class, decommitted from USC on Sunday, sources told ESPN.

College football Week 12 highlights: Top plays, games, takeaways

Georgia's win over Tennessee in Week 12 only makes the SEC that much more interesting. Plus, more trends from the weekend.

Jayden Maiava passes for 3 TDs, runs for another in debut start to lead USC past Nebraska, 28-20

— Jayden Maiava passed for 259 yards and three touchdowns and ran for another score in his first start for Southern California, leading the Trojans to a 28-20 victory over...

College football rivalries to know: History, stats, more

From Alabama-Auburn to USC-UCLA, rivalry games are always a highlight of college football season. Learn more about the biggest matchups now.

USC's throwback threads lead Week 12 of college football uniforms

The throwback threads commemorate USC's 1972 Rose Bowl team that defeated Ohio State.

College football 2024 Week 12 schedule: LSU vs. Florida

Week 12 of the 2024 college football season has arrived. LSU vs. Florida is among the marquee matchups. Check out how to watch the games now.

Nebraska, USC both making big changes on offense in effort to turn around disappointing seasons

Nebraska (5-4, 2-4 Big Ten) at Southern California (4-5, 2-5), Saturday, 4 p.m. EST (FOX)

College football recruiting: Ranking the top 10 2026 classes

Looking ahead to the junior class of football prospects, we break down which schools are way ahead on 2026 recruiting.

USC fined, put on probation for 2022, 2023 coaching violations

USC's football program has been fined $50,000 and placed on a one-year probation because of a violation of "on- and off-field coaching activities" during the 2022 and 2023 seasons, the NCAA announced Tuesday.

Coaching legend John Robinson dies at 89

The Rams confirm that John Robinson, who coached 12 seasons at USC and nine with the Rams, died at the age of 89 on Monday.

John Robinson, former USC football and Rams coach, dies at 89

John Robinson, the veteran football coach who enjoyed many years of success at USC and with the Los Angeles Rams, has died. He was 89.

Previewing the 2024 college football transfer portal market

The 2024 winter college football transfer portal opens in four weeks. An early look at what to expect.

The 10 biggest college football point-spread upsets

Upsets are one of the most exciting developments in college football each season. Here are top point-spread upsets from the past 30 years.

Biggest remaining questions before college football's early signing period

The early signing period opens soon. The top two QBs could flip. Oregon and Ohio State are chasing top classes. Here's what else you need to watch.

SMU gains commitment from Cole Leinart, son of Matt

Not currently rated by ESPN, Cole Leinart held several Power 4 offers and picked SMU over Colorado, Arizona and Utah to become the second member of coach Rhett Lashlee's 2026 class.

The numbers behind USC's QB switch

With USC starting Jayden Maiava over Miller Moss, check out some key stats and facts on the Trojans' season.

USC benching QB Miller Moss, to start Jayden Maiava

The USC Trojans are making a change at quarterback during their bye week, replacing starter Miller Moss with UNLV transfer Jayden Maiava.

Sources: Nebraska QB Dylan Raiola expected to face USC

Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola is expected back against USC after a bye week.

Washington stops USC twice in 4th quarter to preserve 26-21 victory

— Jonah Coleman ran for 104 yards and a pair of touchdowns, and Washington held off a furious second-half rally by USC for a 26-21 victory Saturday night that snapped a two-game losing streak.

College football Week 10 highlights: Top plays, games, takeaways

Ohio State's win over Penn State reminded us of old times in a new-look Big Ten and more from Week 10.

Keith Reynolds crosses goal line for 4-yard rushing touchdown

Keith Reynolds crosses goal line for 4-yard rushing touchdown

College football 2024 Week 10 schedule: Florida vs. Georgia

Week 10 of the 2024 college football season has arrived. Florida vs. Georgia is among the marquee matchups. Check out how to watch the games now.

USC visits Washington with both struggling for their first meeting as Big Ten members

USC (4-4, 2/3 Big Ten) at Washington (4-4, 2-3), Saturday, 7:30 p.m. ET (Big Ten Network)

College football Week 10 best bets: A favorite, two 'dogs and totals to back

Will Texas A&M take care of business against South Carolina in the SEC? Can Duke hang with Miami? And is Washington primed to upset USC? Here are our favorite plays for Week 10.

Sources: College helmet communications on unencrypted frequencies

Coach-to-player in-game communications during Power 4 college football games this season have been occurring on unencrypted frequencies, sources told ESPN.

Six college football teams that started ranked and now need a do-over

These teams started with high hopes, but some of the failures came down to a few decisions before the season.

Moss, Marks each account for 3 TDs to help USC beat Rutgers 42-20, end 3-game skid

— Woody Marks ran for three touchdowns, Miller Moss had two scoring passes and a touchdown run, and Southern California snapped a three-game losing streak by beating Rutgers 42-20 on Friday night.

College football 2024 Week 9 schedule: LSU at Texas A&M

Week 9 of the 2024 college football season has arrived. LSU vs. Texas A&M is among the marquee matchups. Check out how to watch the games now.

Thamel's coaching carousel update: The latest intel on who's under pressure

The expanded playoff and looming revenue share have reshaped the coaching carousel. How will they affect struggling programs such as USC, North Carolina, Purdue and West Virginia?

Losing streak will end when USC hosts Rutgers in World Series nightcap

Rutgers (4-3, 1/3 Big Ten) at Southern California (3-4, 1-4), Friday, 11 p.m. ET (FOX)

College football Week 9 buzz: Clemson's turnaround, the most disappointing teams and more

Our experts analyze a number of topics, including emerging defensive stars of the season while looking forward to this week's biggest games.

ESPN 300 player rankings: Top QB fit, college football playoff impact recruits and more

We're nearing the end of the Class of 2025 recruiting cycle. Here's which recruits are poised for big things next season.

College football Week 8 highlights: Top plays, games, takeaways

Who's the top of the SEC? And who's actually a contender that we dismissed in September? Breaking down Week 8.

USC blows a 14-point lead to lose its third game in a row, falling 29-28 at Maryland

— Miller Moss threw an interception in the third quarter, the defense allowed two touchdown drives in the fourth — including one after a blocked field goal — and USC blew another late lead, losing 29-28 at Maryland on Saturday to extend its <a...

College football 2024 Week 8 schedule: Alabama at Tennessee

Week 8 of the 2024 college football season has arrived. Alabama vs. Tennessee is among the marquee matchups. Check out how to watch the games now.

Which colleges have the most Heisman Trophy winners?

USC has scored the most Heisman Trophy winners in college football history. Which other teams are on the list? Check out the full breakdown now.

USC seeks initial Big Ten road victory in first-ever meeting with Maryland

Southern California (3-3, 1/3 Big Ten) at Maryland (3-3, 0-3), Saturday, 4 p.m. ET (Fox Sports 1)

College football Week 8 buzz: What coaches are saying at the season's midpoint

Our experts are analyzing some of the emerging stars of the season while looking forward to this week's biggest games.

Rating succession plans for college football teams who had QBs drafted

Eleven QBs were drafted in the 2024 NFL draft, including six in the first round. Which college teams did best at replacing signal-callers?

College football Bottom 10 after Week 7: USC left longing for Pac-12

If the Trojans were going to turn college football upside down, the least they could do is win some games.

USC's Eric Gentry to redshirt after 'series of concussions'

USC linebacker Eric Gentry, who was leading the team in tackles and sacks through the first four games, will redshirt the rest of the 2024 season after suffering "a series of concussions in a short period of time."

USC defensive end Anthony Lucas out for season

USC defensive end Anthony Lucas will miss the rest of the season due to a "lower extremity" injury, head coach Lincoln Riley announced Tuesday.

Penn State fan ran out with USC team before 33-30 win

USC offers a special package that includes a fan and a guest being escorted onto the field an hour before kickoff. A Penn State fan took advantage.

College football takeaways: Key storylines and performances to know about from Week 7

From improvements throughout the season to the CFP race, here are key takeaways from Week 7.