In 2025, USC's football program is shifting its strategy regarding the transfer portal, having fewer urgent needs compared to previous years under Lincoln Riley. The Trojans previously relied heavily on transfers to fill significant gaps, signing 53 transfers in three offseasons. However, with the team's improved depth and a focus on developing their top-ranked recruiting class for 2026, USC is poised to approach the portal with a more selective mindset, rather than desperation, as seen in earlier years.
There was no escaping that reliance on the portal in previous seasons under Riley.
Finally, ahead of Riley's fourth season, he could afford to sit back and be selective with the spring portal.
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