Reign of Troy Radio on USC Football

Saman Jabari and Kenny Martin, USC football commentators and former Traveler Hates Thursdays co-hosts, join a deep preview of USC’s showdown at Penn State. They explore Matt Campbell’s familiar connections, Penn State’s imported offense, D’Anton Lynn’s defensive impact, USC’s injury concerns, rushing possibilities, penalty trouble, key matchup targets, and what a road win could mean for the Trojans’ season.

USC’s win over Washington sparks debate over poll movement, shaky offense, defensive standouts, and growing fan frustration. The discussion turns to Jaden Maiava’s inconsistency, Lincoln Riley’s job security, the challenge of the remaining schedule, and whether USC needs a bold coaching search instead of another retread. Plus, sideline controversy and recruiting concerns add more fuel to the fallout.

USC escapes Washington 25–21, but the ugly win sparks concerns about penalties, missed assignments, shaky execution and Lincoln Riley’s late-game decisions. The discussion examines Jaden Maiava’s accuracy, a struggling running game, defensive communication, Gary Patterson’s new press-box role and Lachlan Kerrigan’s punting heroics. With Penn State and Wisconsin ahead, USC’s road outlook looks increasingly dangerous.

USC looks to rebound against Washington after the Oregon loss, but injuries and offensive-line depth remain concerns. The matchup preview breaks down Washington’s sputtering run game, USC’s explosive offense, and the defensive pressure needed to disrupt quarterback Damon Williams. Predictions cover yardage, rushing, receptions, scoring, and the final score, plus Lincoln Riley’s contract and Gary Patterson’s media absence.

Reign of Troy Radio is back to discuss all of the fallout from USC's loss to Oregon, plus a giant mailbag of calls and rants about head coach Lincoln Riley.***Sign up to MyBookie with my promo code ROT, opt into the Bet Back Bonus, and take your first shot with a safety net. If your first wager loses, you’ll get it right back, no questions asked. Football’s finally here. Get in now and cash in on the season with MyBookie. Bet on Anything. Anytime. Anywhere. https://bit.ly/joinwithROT***Become a member of the RoT Squad! Unlock the community RoT Discord server, get custom emojis for live chats and more for just $4.99 per month. Join today here!Keep up to date with Reign of Troy Radio! Download and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite podcast or video platform. New live episodes on YouTube every Monday at 5pm PT.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ReignofTroyRadioApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2wOcyQvSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3yuq5yvStay connected to the show! Get in contact with the show via social media, email and the RoT Rant Line!Alicia de Artola: https://bsky.app/profile/penguinoftroy.bsky.socialMichael Castillo: https://bsky.app/profile/michaelcastfs.bsky.socialReign of Troy: https://bsky.app/profile/reignoftroy.bsky.socialRant Line: 818-643-7227Email: reignoftroy at fansided dot comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Reign of Troy Radio is back to react to USC's familiar loss to Oregon.***Sign up to MyBookie with my promo code ROT, opt into the Bet Back Bonus, and take your first shot with a safety net. If your first wager loses, you’ll get it right back, no questions asked. Football’s finally here. Get in now and cash in on the season with MyBookie. Bet on Anything. Anytime. Anywhere. https://bit.ly/joinwithROT***What are Carcasts? Started in a literal car in 2014, Reign of Troy Radio's postgame show has been a hit with listeners after every USC football game. Co-hosts Alicia de Artola and Michael Castillo bring you a raw postgame conversation packed with first reactions and hot takes, just like you'd have with your friends and family in the car on the way home from the Coliseum.***Become a member of the RoT Squad! Unlock the community RoT Discord server, get custom emojis for live chats and more for just $4.99 per month. Join today here!Keep up to date with Reign of Troy Radio! Download and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite podcast or video platform. New live episodes on YouTube every Monday at 5pm PT.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ReignofTroyRadioApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2wOcyQvSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3yuq5yvStay connected to the show! Get in contact with the show via social media, email and the RoT Rant Line!Alicia de Artola: https://bsky.app/profile/penguinoftroy.bsky.socialMichael Castillo: https://bsky.app/profile/michaelcastfs.bsky.socialReign of Troy: https://bsky.app/profile/reignoftroy.bsky.socialRant Line: 818-643-7227mail: reignoftroy at fansided dot comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Reign of Troy Radio is back to preview USC's primetime matchup against the Oregon Ducks.Make your picks in this week’s RoT Over/Under game here: https://forms.gle/5z9ue6gSi57UhE997***Sign up to MyBookie with my promo code ROT, opt into the Bet Back Bonus, and take your first shot with a safety net. If your first wager loses, you’ll get it right back, no questions asked. Football’s finally here. Get in now and cash in on the season with MyBookie. Bet on Anything. Anytime. Anywhere. https://bit.ly/joinwithROT***Become a member of the RoT Squad! Unlock the community RoT Discord server, get custom emojis for live chats and more for just $4.99 per month. Join today here!Keep up to date with Reign of Troy Radio! Download and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite podcast or video platform. New live episodes on YouTube every Monday at 5pm PT.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ReignofTroyRadioApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2wOcyQvSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3yuq5yvStay connected to the show! Get in contact with the show via social media, email and the RoT Rant Line!Alicia de Artola: https://bsky.app/profile/penguinoftroy.bsky.socialMichael Castillo: https://bsky.app/profile/michaelcastfs.bsky.socialReign of Troy: https://bsky.app/profile/reignoftroy.bsky.socialRant Line: 818-643-7227Email: reignoftroy at fansided dot comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Reign of Troy Radio is back to wrap up discussion on USC's 42-35 win over Rutgers.***Sign up to MyBookie with my promo code ROT, opt into the Bet Back Bonus, and take your first shot with a safety net. If your first wager loses, you’ll get it right back, no questions asked. Football’s finally here. Get in now and cash in on the season with MyBookie. Bet on Anything. Anytime. Anywhere. https://bit.ly/joinwithROT***Become a member of the RoT Squad! Unlock the community RoT Discord server, get custom emojis for live chats and more for just $4.99 per month. Join today here!Keep up to date with Reign of Troy Radio! Download and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite podcast or video platform. New live episodes on YouTube every Monday at 5pm PT.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ReignofTroyRadioApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2wOcyQvSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3yuq5yvStay connected to the show! Get in contact with the show via social media, email and the RoT Rant Line!Alicia de Artola: https://bsky.app/profile/penguinoftroy.bsky.socialMichael Castillo: https://bsky.app/profile/michaelcastfs.bsky.socialReign of Troy: https://bsky.app/profile/reignoftroy.bsky.socialRant Line: 818-643-7227Email: reignoftroy at fansided dot comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

USC escaped Rutgers 42-35, but the win sparked plenty of concern. The discussion dives into the defensive line’s inability to create pressure, repeated road-game struggles from Jaden Maiava, questionable fourth-down decisions, and a fake punt that changed the momentum. There is also praise for Riley Wormley, debate over USC’s chances against Oregon, and plenty of frustration with the shaky victory formation.

Reign of Troy Radio is back to preview USC's Big Ten opener against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights.Make your picks in this week’s RoT Over/Under game here: https://forms.gle/eh5fhVWLS1doK3Nx8***Sign up to MyBookie with my promo code ROT, opt into the Bet Back Bonus, and take your first shot with a safety net. If your first wager loses, you’ll get it right back, no questions asked. Football’s finally here. Get in now and cash in on the season with MyBookie. Bet on Anything. Anytime. Anywhere. https://bit.ly/joinwithROT***Become a member of the RoT Squad! Unlock the community RoT Discord server, get custom emojis for live chats and more for just $4.99 per month. Join today here!Keep up to date with Reign of Troy Radio! Download and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite podcast or video platform. New live episodes on YouTube every Monday at 5pm PT.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ReignofTroyRadioApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2wOcyQvSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3yuq5yvStay connected to the show! Get in contact with the show via social media, email and the RoT Rant Line!Alicia de Artola: https://bsky.app/profile/penguinoftroy.bsky.socialMichael Castillo: https://bsky.app/profile/michaelcastfs.bsky.socialReign of Troy: https://bsky.app/profile/reignoftroy.bsky.socialRant Line: 818-643-7227Email: reignoftroy at fansided dot comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy