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No. 14 USC Opens 2026 Season in Style Behind Jayden Maiava, New Playmakers.

As USC prepares for the 2026 college football season, the Trojans appear to have strengthened one of their most important position groups while still carrying concerns at another. With head coach Lincoln Riley entering another season in the Big Ten, USC has a roster built around high expectations. The Trojans return several key contributors, added impact players through the transfer portal, and welcomed a highly regarded 2026 recruiting class that could provide immediate help

CHICAGO — Ohio State left Big Ten Media Days with the same distinction it has carried into many recent seasons: the Buckeyes remain the conference's benchmark. Picked as the preseason favorite, Ohio State enters the 2026 campaign facing familiar expectations. After another deep postseason run and continued success under head coach Ryan Day, the conversation around the program has shifted beyond simply competing for championships. The focus is now on whether the Buckeyes can m