Thu Mar 13 22:50:00 UTC 2025: **USC Football Named Among Top Offseason Winners by CBS Sports**
LOS ANGELES, CA – USC football is celebrating a significant turnaround after being named one of CBS Sports’ top 10 biggest early winners of the 2025 offseason. The Trojans’ success stems from a revamped front office under new General Manager Chad Bowden and a strong start to the 2026 recruiting cycle, currently ranked No. 1 nationally by 247Sports.
While the team experienced notable player departures, including receivers Duce Robinson and Zachariah Branch, and offensive lineman Emmanuel Pregnon, the overall impact of Bowden’s strategic hires is considered a major win. Bowden has assembled a high-profile personnel team, bringing in executives from Notre Dame, Illinois, Wisconsin, and more.
Beyond recruiting, USC also bolstered its coaching staff, securing highly-regarded defensive coordinator D’Anton Lynn and adding NFL veteran Rob Ryan as linebackers coach. The addition of Chad Savage as tight ends/inside receivers coach further strengthens their recruiting capabilities.
Despite a 7-6 season in 2024, the Trojans are optimistic about the future, acknowledging the challenging 2025 schedule that includes games against Oregon, Nebraska, Notre Dame, and Michigan. However, a comparatively easier opening schedule provides a potential springboard for improvement. The program is betting on their newly established strong foundation to lead to a successful season.
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