After two seasons where Lincoln Riley and company faced heavily scrutiny throughout, USC football is flying a bit under the radar to start 2025. Despite the lack of press, the Trojans snuck into the top 25 following Week 3 and then backed it up with a strong 45-31 win over Michigan State in Week 4.

USC is now 2-0 in Big Ten play and, despite not playing some of the top teams in the conference just yet, looks like one of the best teams in the league heading into a monster clash against Illinois next Saturday. Unfortunately, the Trojans may have to knock off the Illini without one of their best players.

Wide receiver Ja'Kobi Lane did not play against Michigan State with an injury after warming up with the team. He unfortunately ended up not being able to suit up and now could miss more

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