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Though the Trojans might benefit if Florida State releases the star 2013 linebacker from his letter of intent, they know what kind of moral dilemma FSU coach Jimbo Fisher is facing.

Story | Conversation | May 12, 2013

While USC has been deliberate in recruiting local star OL Damien Mama and Viane Talamaivao, out-of-area schools such as national champion Alabama have gotten a leg up.

Story | Conversation | March 13, 2013

USC baby boomers have seen a lot of good times, and now they're hoping for another great run under Lane Kiffin.

Story | Conversation | February 27, 2013

USC has its sights set on local tight end Tyler Luatua. If Luatua stays home, he'd be the latest in long line of Trojans greats at that position.

Story | Conversation | February 24, 2013

USC's recruiting class certainly took some hits on signing day, but let's not lose sight of the players who did elect to become Trojans.

Story | Conversation | February 06, 2013

While waiting for top prospects to announce their decisions on signing day can be nerve-wracking, few dramas compare to 1979 and Herschel Walker and Kerwin Bell.

Story | Conversation | February 03, 2013

With several USC recruits and targets having gone quiet before signing day, it's hard to tell if that's a good or bad sign for the Trojans.

Story | Conversation | January 31, 2013

USC's recruiting class was moving along awesomely in August. But a poor season and coaching controversy has made things a bit more complicated.

Story | Conversation | January 27, 2013

In the unpredictable world of recruiting, it's great to get five-star prospects. But a team's success often comes down to coaching and player development.

Story | Conversation | January 23, 2013

USC's recruiting class has suffered some blows recently, but having all of their commits at the two big all-star games should be a benefit down the stretch.

Story | Conversation | January 09, 2013

USC's trio of Lane Kiffin, Ed Orgeron and Kennedy Polamalu takes a backseat to no one when it comes to recruiting the nation's best players.

Story | Conversation | December 12, 2012

Lane Kiffin just finished coaching one of the most disappointing USC seasons in memory. So why hasn't USC AD Pat Haden pull the plug? A top recruiting class has a lot to do with it, and Kiffin knows it.

Story | Conversation | November 28, 2012

Defensive tackle Leonard Williams is the latest in the long line of Florida freshman who have instantly made an impact at USC.

Story | Conversation | October 18, 2012

Despite a trio of commits from top 2014 offensive linemen, the Trojans have their eyes on three more elite players in the trenches.

Story | Conversation | October 16, 2012

Today's top HS players from Southern California grew up rooting for the Reggie Bush-era Trojans, and it's making it easier for USC to recruit.

Story | Conversation | October 09, 2012

Kylie Fitts and others have found it's more difficult to succeed on the field after pledging to a big-time program like USC.

Story | Conversation | October 04, 2012