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The Pro Football Writers of America announced on Tuesday their selections for Rookies of the Year, crowing Houston Texans stars C.J. Stroud and Will

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Texans stars CJ Stroud, Will Anderson Jr. earn PFWA Rookie of the Year honors

A historic number of former five-star and blue-chip prospects were taken early in last weekend's NFL Draft. The 2023 NFL Draft had the highest

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How the recruiting industry nailed the 2023 NFL Draft

Tuli Tuipulotu is officially off to the NFL. The former USC defensive standout was selected No. 54 overall by the Los Angeles Chargers in the second

Defensive lineman Tuli Tuipulotu #49 of the USC Trojans reacts after blocking a pass against the Colorado Buffaloes in the first half of a NCAA football game at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles on Friday, November 11, 2022. (Photo by Keith

Defensive lineman Tuli Tuipulotu #49 of the USC Trojans reacts after blocking a pass against the Colorado Buffaloes in the first half of a NCAA football game at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles on Friday, November 11, 2022. (Photo by Keith Birmingham/MediaNews Group/Pasadena Star-News via Getty Images)

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Tuli Tuipulotu Selected by the Los Angeles Chargers in the 2023 NFL Draft

Former USC defensive lineman Tuli Tuipulotu is ready to make a name for himself in the NFL following a massive 2022 season in Los Angeles. He'll get

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Los Angeles Chargers select Tuli Tuipulotu in 2nd round of 2023 NFL Draft

In my humble opinion, cardinal and gold thoughts on what I see, what I hear, and what I think from Los Angeles:  The divorce: If you’ve unfortunately

USC Trojans walk out of the tunnel prior to a NCAA football game against San Jose State Spartans at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles on Saturday, September 4, 2021. (Photo by Keith Birmingham/MediaNews Group/Pasadena Star-News via Getty Images)

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IMHO Sunday: Spring practice begins and the Pac-12 divorce continues

Tuli Tuipulotu is one of five former Trojans in Indianapolis for the 2023 NFL Combine this week. And while the productive edge defender didn't

USC defensive lineman Tuli Tuipulotu answers questions from the media during the NFL Scouting Combine on March 1, 2023, at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, IN. (Photo by Zach Bolinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

NFL Combine: Tuli Tuipulotu's Surprise Weigh In and Ferocious Punch

In Tuesday’s “Inside the Trojans’ Huddle”, panelists Marc Kulkin, Erik McKinney, Chris Arledge and Greg Katz again look into their crystal ball and

Inside the Trojans' Huddle

New "Inside the Trojans Huddle" (Tues./Feb. 28):  Post-spring defensive depth chart predictions, new rules, viewers' questions and panel answers

In my humble opinion, cardinal and gold thoughts on what I see, what I hear, and what I think from Los Angeles:  Taleni: Every spring practice brings

Cameron Rising #7 of the Utah Utes rushes the ball away from Tyrone Taleni #31of the USC Trojans during the first half of their game October 15, 2022 Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City Utah. (Photo by Chris Gardner/ Getty Images)

IMHO Sunday: A Taleni springboard?

ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. released his first first-round mock for the 2023 NFL Draft on Wednesday and the USC Trojans were well represented.  There has

USC Trojans wide receiver Jordan Addison (3) runs with the ball during the Pac-12 Championship football game between the Utah Utes and the USC Trojans on December 2, 2022 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. (Photo by Brandon Sloter/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

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Two USC Trojans Land in Mel Kiper Jr.'s First-Round NFL Mock Draft

Mel Kiper of ESPN has revealed his first 2023 NFL Mock Draft.  It's that time of the year again, and draft season is in full swing for most of the

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ESPN's Mel Kiper reveals first 2023 NFL Mock Draft

USC defensive end Tuli Tuipulotu announced his decision to forgo his final years of eligibility with the Trojans and declared for the 2023 NFL Draft

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Tuli Tuipulotu Declares for NFL Draft

USC's close loss to Tulane in the Cotton Bowl will be defensive lineman Tuli Tuipulotu last game as a Trojan. Tuipulotu has announced he will declare

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USC defensive lineman Tuli Tuipulotu declares for 2023 NFL Draft

USC Trojans continued their 2022 postseason awards haul on Tuesday. Offensive lineman Andrew Vorhees and defensive end Tuli Tuipulotu were named the

USC Trojans offensive lineman Andrew Vorhees (72) blocks during a college football game between the Utah Utes and the USC Trojans. (R) USC Trojans defensive lineman Tuli Tuipulotu (49) looks to rush the passer during a college football game between the Ut

USC Trojans offensive lineman Andrew Vorhees (72) blocks during a college football game between the Utah Utes and the USC Trojans. (R) USC Trojans defensive lineman Tuli Tuipulotu (49) looks to rush the passer during a college football game between the Utah Utes and the USC Trojans (Photo by Brian Rothmuller/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Andrew Vorhees, Tuli Tuipulotu Win 2022 Morris Trophy

USC defensive lineman Tuli Tuipulotu is completely focused on leading the Trojans into the Cotton Bowl, but his future remains in question.   It

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Tuli Tuipulotu uncertain on future ahead of bowl game

USC fans won't know yet if Unanimous All-America defensive end Tuli Tuipulotu will take the field with the Trojans in the fall of 2023. But there was

Tuli Tuipulotu Waiting Until After Cotton Bowl to Announce Future Plans

Bowl season is just starting up, but that doesn't mean it's too early for ESPN's NFL Draft analyst Mel Kiper to rank players in the upcoming draft.

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Mel Kiper ranks Top 10 defensive tackles ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft

ESPN has revealed their 2022 College Football All-American Team, featuring some of the top names in all of the sport.  "It wasn't just any year in

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ESPN reveals 2022 college football All-American Team

USC quarterback Caleb Williams and defensive end Tuli Tuipulotu are officially Unanimous All-Americans for their play during the 2022 college

Caleb Williams #13 of USC runs downfield during a game between the USC Trojans and the Utah Utes at Allegiant Stadium on December 2, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Jason Allen/ISI Photos/Getty Images)

Caleb Williams, Tuli Tuipulotu are 2022 Unanimous All-Americans

USC defensive end Tuli Tuipulotu is the 2022 Polynesian College Football Player of the Year. The award is given annually by the Polynesian Football

Tuli Tuipulotu Named Polynesian College Football Player of the Year

The Sporting News released its 2022 All-America team on Tuesday morning and four USC Trojans were featured across its two teams.  Quarterback Caleb

USC QB Caleb Williams has accounted for 37 touchdowns and 3,293 yards of total offense. (Eric W. Rasco/Sports Illustrated via Getty Images) 

More All-America Honors for USC Stars

This has been a great turnaround season for USC. Most of the focus has been on the offense, but the defense has talented players in its own right.

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Tuli Tuipulotu opens up on 'tough game' in PAC-12 Championship

It's fair to chalk up Lincoln Riley's first season at USC as a success, leading the Trojans to an 11-1 regular season record, a conference

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Tuli Tuipulotu shares thoughts on Lincoln Riley's first season at USC

The USC Trojans were a game away from the College Football Playoff but the team came a long way from the 2021 season. Star defensive lineman Tuli

Tuli Tuipulotu thinks USC doing a 'good job' of getting back on top

Not to the surprise of many, USC quarterback Caleb Williams was announced Monday as one of four finalists for this year's Heisman Trophy award.

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Tuli Tuipulotu makes case for Caleb Williams to win Heisman Trophy

The Pac-12 defensive player of the year is still mulling over his options. USC star Tuli Tuipulotu is eligible to declare for the 2023 NFL Draft, but

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Texans stars CJ Stroud, Will Anderson Jr. earn PFWA Rookie of the Year honors

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Tuli Tuipulotu Selected by the Los Angeles Chargers in the 2023 NFL Draft

Los Angeles Chargers select Tuli Tuipulotu in 2nd round of 2023 NFL Draft

IMHO Sunday: Spring practice begins and the Pac-12 divorce continues

NFL Combine: Tuli Tuipulotu's Surprise Weigh In and Ferocious Punch

New "Inside the Trojans Huddle" (Tues./Feb. 28): Post-spring defensive depth chart predictions, new rules, viewers' questions and panel answers

IMHO Sunday: A Taleni springboard?

Two USC Trojans Land in Mel Kiper Jr.'s First-Round NFL Mock Draft

ESPN's Mel Kiper reveals first 2023 NFL Mock Draft

Tuli Tuipulotu Declares for NFL Draft

USC defensive lineman Tuli Tuipulotu declares for 2023 NFL Draft

Andrew Vorhees, Tuli Tuipulotu Win 2022 Morris Trophy

Tuli Tuipulotu uncertain on future ahead of bowl game

Tuli Tuipulotu Waiting Until After Cotton Bowl to Announce Future Plans

Mel Kiper ranks Top 10 defensive tackles ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft

ESPN reveals 2022 college football All-American Team

Caleb Williams, Tuli Tuipulotu are 2022 Unanimous All-Americans

Tuli Tuipulotu Named Polynesian College Football Player of the Year

More All-America Honors for USC Stars

Tuli Tuipulotu opens up on 'tough game' in PAC-12 Championship

Tuli Tuipulotu shares thoughts on Lincoln Riley's first season at USC

Tuli Tuipulotu thinks USC doing a 'good job' of getting back on top

Tuli Tuipulotu makes case for Caleb Williams to win Heisman Trophy

USC DL Tuli Tuipulotu still 'undecided' on NFL future