There’s a long way to go in the offseason, and the USC football team has a lot of key moves to make before the 2026 season starts, but ahead of the Alamo Bowl versus TCU, the Trojans‘ future is coming into focus.
Lincoln Riley is sticking around, despite the silly rumors that pop up every offseason that he could consider leaving. D’Anton Lynn is not staying; he is headed to Penn State to coach alongside Matt Campbell. Several Big Ten schools have made big coaching hires, including Kyle Whittingham to Michigan. Amidst it all, USC’s 2026 roster is going to be one of the most stacked in college football, featuring key returners, top recruits and hopefully a few choice transfers.
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In this era of bowl game opt outs and general indifference, that is what Trojan fans have to be excited about. Led by Jayden Maiava, many of the Trojans’ current stars have stuck around for next season and as a result, are playing in this game.
It’s always great to see your favorite players on your favorite team play football. It’s even better when you can do that AND dream big about their future at your school. So here’s to hoping that USC captures both its 10th win of 2025 and some real momentum for 2026.
Follow along with all of the live updates, analysis, highlights and statistics as No. 16 USC (9-3) takes on TCU (8-4) for bragging rights, a bowl trophy and a look to what both teams hope will be a better 2026:
D’Anton Lynn not with USC, Eric Henderson will call plays
Per USC beat writer Connor Morrissette of 247 Sports, former USC defensive coordinator D’Anton Lynn will not be with the team for the Alamo Bowl against TCU following news that he was hired by Penn State to become the Nittany Lions‘ next defensive coordinator.
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Eric Henderson, USC’s defensive line coach and co-defensive coordinator, will take over play calling duties in Lynn’s absence.
How to watch/follow along
“Radio coverage in Los Angeles for USC versus TCU will air on KNX 1070 AM beginning at 4:00 p.m. PT and features Pete Arbogast, Shaun Cody, Cody Kessler, Su’a Cravens, Jordan Moore, Keely Eure and Jason Schwartz (includes 2-hour pre-game and postgame shows).”
USC football has multiple affiliates in the Western United States, including in Honolulu and Las Vegas in addition to various Southern California markets such as Barstow and Thousand Palms.
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“Additionally, all USC Football broadcasts can be streamed from anywhere in the world on USCTrojans.com/Listen, the USC Trojans Game Day App, the ESPN LA App and on SiriusXM satellite radio (channels 197, 198, 397 or app channels 959 & 960).”
Here is the TV and streaming information for USC vs TCU, plus the listed start time from the Alamodome:
What channel is USC vs TCU on?
USC vs TCU will broadcast nationally on ESPN amidst an eventful 2025 college football bowl game season. Bob Wischusen and Louis Riddick will call the game from the booth in San Antonio. Dana Boyle is the sideline reporter. Streaming options for the game include ESPN Unlimited and also FUBO, which offers a free trial to new subscribers.
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USC vs TCU time today
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Date: Tuesday, December 30
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Start time: 9:00 p.m. ET, 6:00 p.m. PT
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