Three reasons for optimism, three reasons for concern regarding the 2025 USC Trojans

ErikTMcKinney

USC head coach Lincoln Riley walks onto the field at Michigan State ahead of a game between the Trojans and Wolverines — USC head coach Lincoln Riley walks onto the field at Michigan ahead of a game between the Trojans and Wolverines (acscottphotography/WeAreSC)

We're still a ways out from the start of the 2025 season, but we've got three reasons for optimism and three concerns for the USC Trojans.

Garry Paskwietz (1966-2019)

Garry Paskwietz was a pioneer in bringing team-specific sports coverage to the internet. He founded WeAreSC in 1998 and was an Emmy winner for his work with Fox Sports West. Always generous with his time, knowledge, and compassion, he touched the lives of countless USC and high school football fans.