USC football suffers huge blow with season-ending loss of center Kilian O’Connor

The depth on USC’s offensive line is suddenly being tested — three weeks before the season opener. Coach Lincoln Riley told reporters on Thursday that center Kilian O’Connor suffered a “non-contact kind of freak injury” that would sideline him for the season. Riley did not offer specifics on the nature of the injury, w

The Trojans are used to a carousel along the offensive line Aug 6, 2026 at 9:06 pm ET • 2 min read Getty Images A USC offense with big expectations has suffered a tough blow just weeks before the season-opener against San Jose State on Aug. 29. Starting center Kilian O'Connor suffered a season-ending knee injury in pra

USC starting center Kilian O’Connor out for season after non-contact practice injury  Toronto Star

USC loses starting center Kilian O'Connor for season  ESPN