Whether it is just smoke or reality, the historic rivalry between the USC Trojans and Notre Dame appears to be hanging on by a thread. The game is scheduled for this season, but after that, both sides need to reach an agreement on an extension to play.

USC has proposed a one-year extension so that it can continue to negotiate a long-term deal. Notre Dame wants a long-term deal done right away.

I dive into why the USC Trojans have all the leverage and why, ultimately, the game will continue, but the format will look a little different.

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The USC Trojans have suffered their first major blow to the 2026 recruiting class with the decommitment of 5-star linebacker Xavier Griffin.

However, based on what we have heard, this was a mutual decision by both parties. So, is there any reason to panic?

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It was another successful two days for the USC Trojans as they gained 2 commitments in as many days. 3-star LB out of Mater Dei, Shaun Scott, committed on Sunday, and 3-star LB Taylor Johnson out of Cajon HS in San Bernardino committed on Monday.

What do these commitments mean for an already loaded class?

Plus, 5-star EDGE Richard Wesley committed to Oregon over the weekend. However, it appears that his recruitment is far from over. Where do the Trojans stand?

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The USC Trojans lost their first de-commitment of the 2026 cycle. I talk about why there is no reason to panic and why this might actually be for the better.

5-star offensive lineman Keenyi Pepe has officially shut down his recruitment. Why this is HUGE for the Trojans.

Finally, a national college football show had some interesting takes about California recruits and about the desirability of the USC Trojans' head coaching job. They said WHAT???

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The USC Trojans have officially hired a new Director of Football Sports Performance after moving on from Bennie Wylie last week. Trumain Carroll comes over from Kansas State and brings a fantastic resume with him.

UCF CB Chasen Johnson commits to USC, AGAIN. Why this time will stick.

And finally, the latest recruiting intel on 4-star linebacker Talanoa Ili.

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The USC Trojans continue their recruiting tear with two more commitments in as many days.

On Friday, 5-star cornerback Elbert Hill gave USC his commitment, and on Saturday, 4-star wide receiver Luc Weaver gave his pledge to the Trojans.

Join Ryan as he breaks down the latest prospects to join the good guys!

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The USC Trojans hosted an assistant coaches' brunch yesterday, and we received plenty of fantastic insight. However, it was after the event that the fireworks happened.

The Trojans earned an extremely underrated commitment on Wednesday evening, and then a MASSIVE 5-Star commitment on Thursday.

Join Ryan as he discusses the impact of these commitments as the coaches hit the recruiting trail in May.

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The USC Trojans hosted another huge recruiting weekend capped off by the Trojan Olympics at the Coliseum.

Who is trending in favor of USC, plus another addition to the current roster from the Transfer Portal.

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