Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith rises as the toughest wide receiver USC will face, hence why these three defenders must raise their play.

Cornerback Jontez Williams believes that No. 12 USC Trojans' defense will get back on track in their top-25 matchup versus the No. 20 Oregon Ducks in Week 4 (Sept. 26).

Gary Patterson will elevate many defenders on the USC roster, enabling the Trojans to have a big year in 2026

New USC defensive coordinator Gary Patterson can devise the most brilliant scheme and call the perfect plays, but it won’t mean diddly without one thing. Dudes. Fortunately for the Trojans, they appear...

Jontez Williams will affect the Trojans' chances for success on defense. If he pans out and provides a big boost, USC could get to 10-2

To make the College Football Playoff, the USC Trojans look to rely on these defensive stars.

USC Trojan cornerbacks Jontez Williams and Chasen Johnson both suffered season-ending knee injuries last year.

Competition is emerging as a common theme as USC gets into the full swing of Fall Camp, with the Trojans emphasizing intensity and effort with the regular season opener less than four weeks away.

The Iowa State cornerback transfer spoke exclusively with USC Trojans on SI about his transition out west and former head coach Matt Campbell.