Overview
- Jordan announced his decision in a social media video, saying he is coming back for another year to finish unfinished business at USC.
- Before his injury against Michigan, he logged 576 rushing yards and five touchdowns on 88 carries through six games, averaging 6.5 yards per carry.
- On3 reporters Pete Nakos and Matt Zenitz reported he agreed to a new deal to stay at USC for 2026, reinforcing his publicly stated commitment.
- USC projects a strong backfield next season with Jordan joining King Miller, who has 831 rushing yards and seven touchdowns heading into the Alamo Bowl.
- Eli Sanders has exhausted eligibility, and Bryan Jackson and Harry Dalton III intend to enter the transfer portal according to reports, clarifying the depth chart for 2026.