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USC Trojans' Chad Bowden Prioritizing Southern California In 2026 Recruiting Class
The USC Trojans have made significant upgrades to the structure of their football program. From hiring a brand new front office staff, to making key on-the-fiel
Swanson: New USC GM Chad Bowden sends message to recruits, fans: ‘This is the place to be’
Bowden praises Trojans A.D. Jen Cohen and head coach Lincoln Riley, promises to recruit Southern California high schools and to “give every ounce of me for USC to win.”
USC roster thoughts: 10 takeaways from a conversation with Trojans GM Chad Bowden
Bowden made it clear once again that recruiting local prospects will be a priority for the USC personnel staff.
‘The Best I’ve Ever Been Around’ – Chad Bowden Praises Lincoln Riley’s Recruiting Ability
USC head coach Lincoln Riley heads into a pivotal season, facing both pressure and high expectations. After a challenging third year, Riley is tasked with refining his recruiting strategy to validate his $88 million contract.
Chad Bowden shares recruiting vision for USC
Bowden hopes to turn around the recruiting fortunes of the Trojans, who haven't lived up to expectations the past few cycles.
USC Trojans, Oregon Ducks in Heated Recruiting Battles for California Prospects, No. 1 Class
The USC Trojans and Oregon Ducks are both off to a great start in the early stages of the 2026 recruiting cycle as they compete for the top-ranked recruiting cl
The Times of Troy: Despite record, Eric Musselman’s first season as USC coach was a success
That wasn’t what Musselman had in mind when he was hired last April. But at USC, confidence in the coach is as high now as it ...
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Marcus Freeman's Potential Rift with Chad Bowden Emerges as USC GM’s Disrespectful Antic Adds to Notre Dame’s Double Blow
You’d think Notre Dame is merely at the onset of a special few years. The post Marcus Freeman's Potential Rift with Chad ...
USC Trojans 5-Star Commit Xavier Griffin No. 1 Linebacker In New Recruiting Rankings
Five-star linebacker Xavier Griffin committed to the USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley in July of 2024, and he recently received a boost in the latest recruit ...
USC recruiting on an uptick — why this surge feels more sustainable
The Trojans hold the No. 1 spot in the 2026 class rankings after landing commitments from two top-150 prospects.
USC’s new GM convinced Trojans are ‘sleeping giant’ of college football
Chad Bowden is convinced he can help make USC the "most aggressive" college football program in the NIL era, and he doesn't see any potential conflict with Lincoln Riley.