The USC Trojans had their opening press conference down in San Antonio at the Alamo Bowl as they prepare to face the TCU Horned Frogs. The first presser included:

I give my takeaways from the presser, plus a future outlook of quarterback Jayden Maiava. Most see his return next season as a positive, but some do not feel this way.

I give my reasons why I think he could be a true Heisman contender next year.

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Lincoln Riley is the USC Trojans Football Head Coach for the 2025 College Football Season. The Trojans look to capitalize on an offseason full of momentum and improve their Big Ten play for 2025.

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