USC's Offense Earns High Marks in 2025 Report Card

Quarterback, receivers shine as Trojans score big in most games

Feb. 21, 2026 at 1:47pm

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USC's offense had a strong 2025 season, earning an overall grade of A- from the report card. Quarterback Jayden Maiava had a breakout year, throwing for over 3,700 yards and 24 touchdowns, while the receiving corps led by Biletnikoff Award winner Makai Lemon was among the best in the country. The running game was solid despite injuries, and the offensive line showed significant improvement under a new position coach. The only blemishes were struggles against top defenses Notre Dame and Oregon.

Why it matters

USC's offense was a key driver of the team's success in 2025, helping the Trojans remain competitive in most games despite some defensive struggles. The report card highlights the strengths and weaknesses of the unit, providing insight into where the team can improve heading into the 2026 season.

The details

Quarterback Jayden Maiava had a breakout season, throwing for 3,711 yards and 24 touchdowns, though he did throw 10 interceptions. The receiving corps was led by Biletnikoff Award winner Makai Lemon, with Ja'Kobi Lane and Tanook Hines also having strong seasons. The running game was solid early on with Waymond Jordan and Eli Sanders, but injuries sidelined them and allowed walk-on King Miller to emerge as a surprise star in the second half of the year. The offensive line showed significant improvement under new position coach Zach Hanson, though they struggled against the top defenses of Notre Dame and Oregon.

  • USC's offense scored at least 24 points in all 13 games of the 2025 season.

The players

Jayden Maiava

USC's starting quarterback, who threw for 3,711 yards and 24 touchdowns in his first full season as the starter.

Makai Lemon

The Biletnikoff Award winner as the top pass catcher in college football, leading USC's talented receiving corps.

Waymond Jordan

One half of USC's running back duo that was productive early in the season before suffering an injury.

Eli Sanders

The other half of USC's running back duo that was productive early in the season before suffering an injury.

King Miller

A redshirt freshman walk-on who emerged as a surprise star at running back in the second half of the season after the injuries to Jordan and Sanders.

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What’s next

Come back tomorrow for the defensive report card!

The takeaway

USC's offense was a strength in 2025, with the Trojans scoring at least 24 points in every game. While there are areas for improvement, particularly in ball security, the unit's overall performance sets high expectations heading into the 2026 season.