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Rey Maualuga

A list of the best USC Trojans players of all time. USC football is one of the most storied programs in the history of college football. When people think of the success of the Pac-8, Pac-10, and now Pac-12, USC football usually at the top of anyone&#39;s list as the greatest school to emerge from that conference. USC is one of the winningest football programs in college history and despite the brutal sanctions that were handed down by the NCAA in 2010, the school boasts an impressive 11 national championship along with six <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-heisman-trophy-winners-of-all-time/ranker-college-football?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Heisman Trophy winners</a>, which doesn&#39;t include a seventh, Reggie Bush who won in 2005. The NCAA may have tried to erase Bush from USC history, but anyone who saw the tailback play that year considers him to be one of the greatest players not only in USC football history, but one of the greatest college football players of all time. Many of USC&#39;s best players have gone to have successful careers at the next level in the NFL and the roster of NFL stars and Hall of Famers that USC boasts can go toe-to-toe with any other school in the country. Between Marcus Allen, Matt Leinart, Junior Seau, Troy Polamalu, Ronnie Lott, Frank Gifford and so many more, USC sports some of the best college football players ever. Anyone who disputes that is either a USC hate or doesn&#39;t know a lot about college football.

This is the list of the greatest famous USC football players of all time. If you notice any of USC great who isn&#39;t listed on here feel free to add him. Vote or re-rank this list according to who you think should be considered the best USC Trojans player ever. Then head over and check out the <a href="/list/best-usc-trojans-wide-receivers/ranker-college-football" target="_blank">best USC wide receivers ever</a>.

Cortez Kennedy

The Hurricanes from The University of Miami (or, THE U!) is one of the most storied programs in college football history.&nbsp;The Miami Hurricanes football team boasts 5 national titles, 9 conference championships, 2 <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-heisman-trophy-winners-of-all-time/ranker-college-football?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Heisman Trophy winners</a>, 35 consensus All-Americans, and that's not all. The Canes have also produced the most first round NFL draft picks of any college football program, and also hold the record for most consecutive drafts with at least one first round pick.&nbsp;Not to mention that 10 players from The U are now in the College Football Hall of Fame.There have obviously been some greats at Miami, but who are the greatest? The following is a list of the best Miami Hurricanes ever. What do you think? Upvote&nbsp;the Miami Hurricane football players from any era, who you think are the best University of Miami players ever.

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Derrick Thomas

This list ranks the best Alabama Crimson Tide players of all time. Football is a way of life in Alabama. The state is home to two of the most famous schools in NCAA history: Auburn and Alabama. The latter is one of the most recognized programs in the sport and recently has dominated college football behind some of the best players in school history. The football program started in 1892 and has established itself as one of the most iconic names in sports. Alabama has won 15 national championships and those teams featured some of the best players in Crimson Tide history. Many of Alabama's greatest players went onto achieve success in the NFL, including future Pro Football Hall of Famers like John Hannah, Ozzie Newsome and Derrick Thomas. Surprisingly, with the school's rich history of having a roster full of outstanding players, curiously has only one Heisman Trophy in its cabinet. In 2009, Mark Ingram barely nudged past <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-stanford-cardinal-running-backs/ranker-college-football?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Stanford running back</a> Toby Gerhart to take the trophy back to Tuscaloosa.&nbsp;In recent years, a good number of Alabama players have gone on to play in the NFL. Under the stewardship of Nick Saban, Alabama is going through its greatest stretch since the legendary Bear Bryant was at the helm. Needless to say, you won't find too many Alabama fans who are disappointed in the school's recent past.This is the list of the best Bama Crimson Tide players of all time. If you notice someone is missing from the list, feel free to add him. Vote or rerank the list according to who you think is the greatest Alabama football player ever.

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Kenny Easley

The UCLA Bruins have enjoyed great periods of success and also great periods of strife.Along that winding road, there have been some phenomenal players. Here's a list of the best Bruins of all time. What do you think, Rankers? Who goes where in your book? UpVote your picks now!

Reinard Wilson

When you think of the pantheon of iconic college football programs, the Florida State Seminoles. The school is widely known for dominating college football for a span beginning in the late 1980s through the early 2000s. Behind legendary coach Bobby Bowden, the Noles maintained a home in the top-5 of the polls. Despite falling off at the end of Bowden's reign, this era produced some of the greatest players in Florida State history. The school became a de-factor feeding factory for the NFL, with a slew of first round draft picks and a number of other players who became fixtures in the pros.The Seminoles have won three national championships, seventeen conference titles, and five division titles. The program has also produced three <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-heisman-trophy-winners-of-all-time/ranker-college-football?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Heisman Trophy winners</a>, and one NEON DEION. Sanders inspired the Tomahawk Chop, one of the most popular cheers that's associated with a particular school. On top of Deion, quarterbacks Charlie Ward, Chris Weinke and recently, Jameis Winston, are all in an elite group of Heisman Trophy winners who also took a national title back to Tallahassee.&nbsp;Who do you think are the best Seminoles ever, Rankers? Upvote your picks!

Wilber Marshall

Hailing from &quot;The Swamp&quot; in Gainesville, Florida, The Gators are one of the most celebrated institutions in college football. The Gators have three national championships to their name, as well as eight SEC-titles in the program's 108-year history. The University of Florida has also produced 31 consensus All-Americans and three Heisman Trophy winners.With 89 First Team All-Americans and 46 NFL first-round draft picks, it is safe to say that the Gators have had some remarkable talent over the years.So, It's up to you now, Rankers. Who is the best Florida Gator ever? You have your work cut out for you. From Tebow to Collinsworth to Emmitt Smith – Steve Spurrier, Jack Youngblood, and Danny Wuerffel and many more. There is no wrong answer!&nbsp;Upvote your picks for the best University of Florida football players now!

Joey Galloway

A list of the best Ohio State Buckeyes of all time. Since 1890, THE Ohio State University has been one of the most storied programs in college football history. Firstly, using &quot;the&quot; in front of the school name has been a source of pride for most Buckeyes. The school's football team has been one of the best in the NCAA. Ohio State has won seven national championships and its players, some of the most successful in college football history, are also <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-heisman-trophy-winners-of-all-time/ranker-college-football">winners of the Heisman Trophy</a>, college football's most prestigious honor. Six Buckeyes have won the Heisman, including Archie Griffin, who is the only two-time winner of the award. Eddie George, the 1995 Heisman winner, is one of the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-best-nfl-running-backs-of-all-time?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">greatest running backs</a> in college history. He set a Buckeyes record when he ran for a whopping 313 yards in a single game versus Illinois. Some of the best Buckeyes players are also on the defensive side of the ball. Despite having a strong NFL career with the Detroit Lions and the Buffalo Bills, middle linebacker Chris Spielman is one of the most beloved Buckeyes player of all time. He was a tackling machine who powered a strong Ohio State defense during the mid-to-late 80s.Some of the best Ohio State players of all time have had their biggest games arch the school's archrival to the north: Michigan. For years, the two schools have battled it out for the Big Ten title, which used to mean a coveted berth in the Rose Bowl on New Year's Day in Pasadena. The best Buckeyes have brought their best to this storied rivalry game and have provided some of the most memorable moments in the series.This is the list of the best Ohio State Buckeyes of all time. If you see someone missing from this list, feel free to add him to this list. Vote or rerank this list according to who you think should be considered the greatest Ohio State player of all time.

Eric Reid

The Louisiana State University Tigers, the Fighting Tigers, are a college football mainstay. With four national championships (the first team to win multiple National titles since the advent of the BCS) and the 11th highest winning percentage amongst teams that have played at least 1,000 games, it is clear that the boys in purple are not to be messed with.

Many of these players went on to successful pro careers in the NFL. So, whether we&#39;re talking defensive ends or DBs, wide receivers or quarterbacks, who are the best LSU Tigers of all time?

Jeff Samardzija

A list of the best Notre Dame football players of all time. Notre Dame University's Fightin' Irish are a college football institution. Some of college football's most storied teams and greatest players of all time have played for the Golden Domers. For years, Notre Dame has lured the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-football-players-ever?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">best football players</a> in the land to South Bend, Ind. to play football for the school. Notre Dame's alumni are some of the most <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/famous-university-of-notre-dame-alumni-and-students/reference">famous people to graduate from the school</a>. The program started in 1888 and almost immediately became a national powerhouse.Those early Fightin' Irish teams had some of the school's greatest players ever, including George Gipp. A legend in Notre Dame folklore, Gipp was the school's first first team All-American player. Despite not playing football until he got to Notre Dame, Gipp led the Irish in rushing and passing each of his last three seasons 1918, 1919 and 1920. He was also the subject of head coach Knute Rockne's greatest speech when he said &quot;Win one for the Gipper.&quot;Over the years, Notre Dame's best players have gone onto successful NFL careers. Paul Hornung and Alan Page are both in the Pro Football Hall of Fame and longtime Raiders receiver and Heisman Trophy winner Tim Brown is on the cusp of being inducted as well. Raghib &quot;Rocket&quot; Ismail had a long, successful career in the pros after an outstanding career at Notre Dame. So who are the best Notre Dame players in the pros today? Perhaps New York GIants defensive end Justin Tuck. Though he played on some solid teams at Notre Dame, Tuck won two Super Bowls in the NFL and is one of the best players to come from the school in recent years. Recently, Manti Te'o added himself to the list of the greatest players in Notre Dame history when he finished second in the Heisman Trophy balloting.&nbsp;This is the list of the best Notre Dame football players of all time. If you notice someone is missing, feel free to add him. Vote or rerank this list according to who you think is the greatest Notre Dame Fightin' Irish football player ever.&nbsp;

Tucker Frederickson

You can't talk college football without talking about the Auburn Tigers. Auburn pumps out some of the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-football-players-ever?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">best football players</a> of all time, many of whom have moved on to the big leagues to become some of the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/top-25-greatest-nfl-players-of-all-time/hardtack?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">greatest NFL players</a> as well. Who are the greatest Auburn football players of all time?This list is votable and rerankable. Upvote all of your favorite football players who have hailed from AU, and downvote the ones you think aren't so great. Feel free to add any athletes who aren't currently on the list as well.WAR. DAMN. EAGLE.

Frankie Albert

The Stanford Cardinal are the Pac-12 Conference's resident smarty-pants. Though the school is known for its academics (and is the top-ranked academic school in the entire FBS program), they've maintained high standards of excellence on the football field as well. Playing their first season in 1891, the Cardinal have won 14 conference titles since in its history, had one Heisman Trophy winner (Jim Plunkett in 1970), and taken home 2 national titles as well, in 1926 and 1940.The following is a list of the best of the best players the Cardinal have ever offered up. What do you think? Who is the best player in Stanford football history? Cast your votes below to help determine the ranking.

Hines Ward

The Georgia Bulldogs are one of College Football's most revered teams. With two national championships, 14 conference championships, appearances in 48 bowl games (the fifth most all-time), and having produced two Heisman Trophy winners, they are consistently a force to be reckoned with.This is a list of the best UGA players of all time. What do you think, Rankers? Who is the best Bulldog ever?

John Cappelletti

For years, Penn State was known as one of the great bastions of Northeastern football. Located in State College, PA, the school is known for having some of the greatest college football teams in NCAA history. Some of the best college football players of all time have emerged from the school that&#39;s nicknamed &quot;Linebacker U.&quot;

The storied history of Penn State has resulted in national championships and a loyal, devoted fan and alumni base who proudly call themselves &quot;Penn Staters.&quot; However, the players aren&#39;t slouches either. Franco Harris and Jack Ham are two Hall of Fame players who attended Penn State and were forces on the gridiron in both college and the NFL. In the 1990s, players like Kerry Collins, Ki-Jana Carter, and Kyle Brady bridged the program&#39;s success into the next generation, while the 2000s saw running back Larry Johnson carry the team to greatness.

Who are the best players in Penn State history? Well, that depends on who you ask. If you like hard-nosed, rugged football, you&#39;ll pick a defensive player. Though knowing Penn State&#39;s football history, if you like that brand of football, you may select an offensive lineman who paved the way for the team&#39;s star players to find success.&nbsp;

This is the list of the best Penn State football players of all time. Vote or re-rank the list according to how you see fit. Feel free to add any Penn State players who aren&#39;t already listed below. Then head over and check out the <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-penn-state-nittany-lions-wide-receivers/ranker-college-football" target="_blank">best Penn State wide receivers ever</a>.

Owen Schmitt

The Mountaineers of West Virginia are one of those teams that just seems to stick around. There's always there, and they're never going down without a fight. The program has racked up 15 conference championships, as well as having the most victories of any NCAA FBS program to never win a national title. The Mountaineers have also produced 11 consensus All-Americans. Though no Mountaineer has ever won the Heisman Trophy, there have been six candidates over the years (most notably Major Harris).They may not be a college football powerhouse, but the program's ability to consistently bring it year after year without the recruiting prowess enjoyed by schools like USC, Ohio State, or Florida for example, speaks volumes.This is a list of the greatest Mountaineers ever. What do you think, Rankers? Vote for your pick now!

D'Marco Farr

The Washington Huskies are certainly a top-tier program. With the 19th best winning percentage in NCAA history,&nbsp;15 Pac-10&nbsp;championships, seven Rose Bowl&nbsp;titles, and four national championships, it's hard to argue with their success.No team can achieve great success without great players. The following is a list of the best Washington Huskies ever. What do you think? Upvote your favorites now!

Rocky Calmus

A list of the best Oklahoma Sooners of all time. Beginning in 1895, the University of Oklahoma began its illustrious football program. To many in the Heartland, Oklahoma football has maintained a standard of excellence since that time. The school has been long associated with winning football and has produced some of the best players in college football history. Oklahoma has a history of winning national titles, with seven claimed and a whopping ten unclaimed championships. Oklahoma is known for having one of the most fearsome defensive lines in college football history. Led by pro football Hall of Famer Lee Roy Selmon, Oklahoma can boast having a number of powerhouses along its defensive front. That doesn't even include the school's five <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-heisman-trophy-winners-of-all-time/ranker-college-football">Heisman Trophy winners</a>. Sam Bradford is the most recent Oklahoma Sooner to bring the Heisman back to Norman. During his time in school, Bradford set a number of records and was the first overall pick in the 2010 NFL Draft when he was selected by the St. Louis Rams.Other famous players who are considered some of the greatest Sooners ever are flamboyant linebacker Brian Bosworth and running back Adrian Peterson. All Day powered Oklahoma to the 2004 BCS Championship game where it succumbed to USC. In fact, <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-oklahoma-sooners-running-backs/ranker-college-football?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Oklahoma Sooners running backs</a> have been among the best in college football. Since Bob Stoops became head coach in 1998, Oklahoma has had some of its best players and has a prosperous run. The school is a fixture in both the AP and Coaches Poll.This is the list of the best Oklahoma Sooners football players of all time. If you notice a player who deserves to be on this list, feel free to add him. Vote or rerank this list according to who you think should be considered the greatest Sooners player ever.&nbsp;

A list of the best Oregon Ducks of all time. Beginning in 1894, the University of Oregon began its illustrious football program. Though Oregon fans didn't always have a lot to cheer for through much of the 20th century, the 2000s ushered in a new era, and the Ducks have become a dominant force in the Pac-12 and nationwide. Oregon has not yet won a national title, but they have taken home 11 conference titles and have 12 post-season bowl game wins. Oregon has produced many truly talented quarterbacks, from NFL legend Dan Fouts, to Joey Harrington, Dennis Dixon, and Akili Smith. Many talented Oregon stars at other positions have gone on to illustrious NFL careers as well, with six former Ducks being inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame, including&nbsp;Gary Zimmerman, Dave Wilcox, Norm Van Brocklin, Dan Fouts, and Mel Renfro.&nbsp;Other famous players who are considered some of the greatest Ducks ever are the ruthless defender Haloti Ngata and running back Jonathan Stewart. Former head coach Mike Bellotti helped bring Oregon Duck football to the national stage, and Chip Kelly, now with the Philadelphia Eagles, grew it into the dominant force it is today. The school is regularly ranked in the top ten, and few opponents enjoy coming into Autzen Stadium and facing the Oregon fans. While many people focus on the Ducks's crazy uniforms, it's the great players who are really remembered. Who can forget powerhouse LaMichael James, who ended his Oregon career as the most decorated Duck ever, holding almost every singe Oregon rushing and scoring record including most points scored in a season &amp; career (144, 348), most touchdowns in a season &amp; career (24, 58), most rushing attempts in a season (294), season and career rushing yards (1,805, 5,082), and most 200-yard rushing games, also for both season (4) and career (7). Then there's Oregon's first and (so far) only Heisman Trophy winner, quarterback Marcus Mariota, who took home college football's top honor in 2014.This is the list of the best Oregon Ducks of all time. Is your favorite Duck missing from the list? Feel free to add him. Vote or rerank this list according to who you think should be considered the greatest Ducks football players ever.&nbsp;

Martellus Bennett

Hailing from College Station, Texas, where football is everything, the Aggies of Texas A&amp;M are held to very high standard of excellence. It's Texas. We've all seen &quot;Friday Night Lights.&quot; The Aggies have won three National Championships and Eighteen Conference Titles. Those are undeniable numbers. This is a proud and consistently competitive football program.With two <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-heisman-trophy-winners-of-all-time/ranker-college-football?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Heisman Trophy winners</a> and 22 Consensus All-Americans, Texas A&amp;M has fostered some terrific individual talent to go along with their stellar team play. But who is the greatest of all time?The following is a list of the best Texas A&amp;M football players ever. It's up to you, Rankers. Vote for who you think the very best Aggies in the history of this storied program.

Brian Griese

A list of the best Michigan Wolverines football players of all time. When many people think of college football, the University of Michigan is one of the first schools that they associate with the game. Michigan currently has the most wins in college football history and many of college football's greats have worn the maize and blue. Michigan has won or shared 42 league titles; only Oklahoma and Nebraska have more conference championships in college football. Since the inception of the AP Poll in 1936, Michigan has finished in the top 10 a record 37 times. The Wolverines claim 11 national championships, most recently that of the 1997 squad voted atop the final AP Poll.With championships comes great players. Some of the best Michigan players ever have led the school to not only titles, but to the Rose Bowl. The New Year's Day game is a Michigan staple and the Wolverines have played in Pasadena 20 times. Some of Michigan's best players cemented their legacy as famous Michigan football players with strong Rose Bowl performances.Michigan has a rich history of having outstanding players on its rosters. Who wouldn't want to play for the winningest team in college history? That's what attracted <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-heisman-trophy-winners-of-all-time/ranker-college-football">Heisman Trophy</a> winners like Desmond Howard and Charles Woodson to the school. Even a former President of the United States played for the Wolverines. Yes, Gerald Ford was a standout footballer before he entered the White House.&nbsp;This is a list of the best Michigan Wolverines football players of all time. If you see someone missing from this list, feel free to add him. Vote or rerank this list of the greatest Michigan Wolverines of all time by who you think should be at the top.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Jerry Gray

A list of the best Texas Longhorns football players of all time. Texas is one of the most highly regarded and historic football programs of all time. The program began in 1893 and currently has the second most wins in NCAA history, trailing only Michigan. Texas is also recognized for their post-season appearances ranking second in number of bowl game appearances (51) and ranked fourth in bowl game victories (27). Why are the Longhorns one of the greatest college football teams ever? Because of the number of outstanding players who have worn the burnt orange. Many of the best players in college football history have played for Texas. Throughout the school's history, Texas's roster has been filled with some college football's biggest stars.&nbsp;Texas football has had some of the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-best-nfl-running-backs-of-all-time?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">greatest running backs</a> in college history. Between Earl Campbell and Ricky Williams, two of the greatest Longhorns ever and <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-heisman-trophy-winners-of-all-time/ranker-college-football">Heisman Trophy winners</a>, Texas has a rich history of attracting the country's best recruits to Austin. These two legendary players hold university records and are some of the most beloved Texas Longhorns football players of all time. The same goes for Vince Young. The quarterback led Texas to an iconic victory over heavily favored USC in the 2006 Rose Bowl. Young carried the team to win the national championship in one of the greatest performances by a quarterback in college football history. While his NFL career didn't pan out, in the eyes of Texas Longhorn fans, there is nothing that will ruin the memory of one of the greatest Longhorns in school history.&nbsp;This is a list of the best Texas Longhorns football players of all time. Some of most outstanding players in Texas history and <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-football-players-ever?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">famous football players</a> from Texas are on this list. If you think someone is missing, feel free to add him. Vote or rerank the list according to who you think should be considered the greatest Texas Longhorns football player ever.

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The best <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-usc-trojans-players-of-all-time/ranker-college-football?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">USC Trojans wide receivers</a> ever have all had a part in making Southern California&nbsp;one of the top-tier Division I college programs in the nation. While the early days of the&nbsp;college game were dominated by running backs, the rise of high-powered, high-scoring offenses means wide receivers have become a key piece of the college strategy.

Older players like Keyshawn Johnson&nbsp;and Johnnie Morton made their mark in the history of USC&rsquo;s offense with their great performances in the past, as newer players like Marqise Lee&nbsp;and Juju Smith-Schuster carried on that legacy with tremendous talent and skill. The Trojans&nbsp;have had many wide receivers go on to the NFL, and some even had Hall of Fame-level careers, but it all started with their days starting for USC football.

So which of these players from USC&rsquo;s long history deserves to rank near the top of the list? Who are the best Trojans WRs of all-time? Vote below, and if you see any players missing from the list who should be considered, feel free to add them as well.

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Keyshawn Johnson

Joseph Keyshawn Johnson (born July 22, 1972) is a former American football player who was a wide receiver in the National Football League (NFL) for eleven seasons.
He played college football for the University of Southern California, and earned All-American honors.  The first pick in the 1996 NFL Draft, he played professionally for the New York Jets, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Dallas Cowboys and Carolina Panthers.
He retired from football following the 2006 season, and spent seven years as a television broadcaster for the sports channel ESPN.  Keyshawn Johnson was a contestant on the 17th season of Dancing with the Stars, in which he was the first contestant eliminated.

Marqise Lee

Marqise Lee (born November 25, 1991) is an American football wide receiver for the Jacksonville Jaguars of the National Football League (NFL). He was drafted by the Jaguars in the second round of the 2014 NFL Draft. He played college football at USC, where he was the 2012 Biletnikoff Award winner as the nation's top receiver and a unanimous All-American. Both of Lee's parents, Elton Lee and Anfernee Williams, are deaf; he communicates with them via sign language. Lee had a difficult childhood. His father was not regularly involved in his life. Lee spent the first twelve years of his life moving repeatedly between his mother and grandparents, both in low-income homes.

Mike Williams

Michael Troy Williams (born January 4, 1984) is a former American football wide receiver who played in the National Football League (NFL). Williams played college football at USC, and received consensus All-American recognition.  The Detroit Lions selected him in first round of the 2005 NFL Draft, and he also played for the Oakland Raiders, Tennessee Titans, and Seattle Seahawks of the NFL.

Dwayne Jarrett

Dwayne Jarrett (born September 11, 1986) is a former American football wide receiver who played in the National Football League (NFL) for four seasons.  He played college football for the University of Southern California (USC), and was recognized as a consensus All-American twice.  The Carolina Panthers selected him in the second round of the 2007 NFL Draft.

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Juju Smith-Schuster

John Sherman "JuJu" Smith-Schuster (born November 22, 1996) is an American football wide receiver for the Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at USC and was drafted by the Steelers in the second round of the 2017 NFL Draft. Smith attended Long Beach Polytechnic High School in Long Beach, California. He played wide receiver and safety for the Jackrabbits football team. Smith was rated by Rivals.com as a five-star recruit and was ranked as the second-best safety in his class and the 24th-best player overall. He committed to the University of Southern California (USC) to play college football under then-head coach Steve Sarkisian. His initial decision was to attend Oregon and told his mother that was going to be where he would play, but then announced he was going to USC during his televised commitment.

Keary Colbert

Patrick Keary Jerel Colbert (born May 21, 1982) is a former American football wide receiver. He was drafted by the Carolina Panthers in the second round of the 2004 NFL Draft. He played college football at USC.
Colbert also played for the Denver Broncos, Seattle Seahawks, Detroit Lions, Florida Tuskers, Sacramento Mountain Lions, and Kansas City Chiefs.

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Steve Smith

Steven Smith (born May 6, 1985) is a former American football wide receiver in the National Football League (NFL).  He played college football for the University of Southern California (USC), and earned All-American honors.  He was drafted by the New York Giants in the second round of the 2007 NFL Draft, and has also played for the Philadelphia Eagles, St. Louis Rams, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He is often mistaken for Steve Smith Sr., the Carolina Panthers and Baltimore Ravens wide receiver of the same name.

Johnnie Morton

Johnnie James Morton Jr. (born October 7, 1971) is a former American football wide receiver in the National Football League (NFL) during the 1990s and 2000s.  He played college football for the University of Southern California (USC), and was recognized as an All-American in 1993.  Originally drafted by the Detroit Lions in the first round in the 1994 NFL Draft, he also played professionally for the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers of the NFL. Morton also had a brief career in mixed martial arts fighting in 2007.



Hal Bedsole

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Lynn Swann

Lynn Curtis Swann (born March 7, 1952) is an American football player, broadcaster, politician, and athletic director, best known for his association with the University of Southern California and the Pittsburgh Steelers. He served as the President's Council on Fitness, Sports, and Nutrition from 2002 to 2005. In 2006, he was the Republican nominee for Governor of Pennsylvania.
Swann was born in Alcoa, Tennessee. He attended USC and played football as a wide receiver of the USC Trojans, where he was a consensus All-American. He was drafted by the Steelers in the first round of the 1974 NFL draft. With the Steelers, Swann won four Super Bowls, was selected to three Pro Bowls, and was named MVP of Super Bowl X. Swann was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2001 and the College Football Hall of Fame in 1993.

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R. Jay Soward

Rodney Jay Soward (born January 16, 1978) is a former gridiron football wide receiver. He was drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the first round of the 2000 NFL Draft and played only one season in the NFL after multiple suspensions derailed his career. As of September 2018 he is currently serving an indefinite suspension from the NFL (since January 2002), and is still a member of the Jaguars.

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Gary Wellman

Erik Affholter

Erik Konrad Affholter (born April 10, 1966 in Detroit, Michigan) is a former professional American football wide receiver in the National Football League for the Green Bay Packers.  He played college football at the University of Southern California and was drafted in the fourth round of the 1989 NFL Draft by the Washington Redskins.
He now coaches for wolfpack football in Anthem, Arizona.

John Jackson

John Jackson (born January 2, 1967 in Brooklyn, New York) is a sports commentator who works for ESPN Radio 710 and FSN West and formerly played professional American football.  "JJ," as he is referenced by his on-air colleagues, co-hosts the Lexus Gauntlet Show and the USC Press Conference Show, and serves as an analyst for Trojans Live.  He serves as a sideline reporter during USC football games for 710 ESPN.

Nelson Agholor

Nelson Efamehule Agholor is an American football wide receiver for the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at USC. He was the 20th overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft. With the Eagles, he won Super Bowl LII over the New England Patriots. Born in Lagos, Nigeria, Agholor moved to the United States when he was five years old. He attended Berkeley Preparatory School in Tampa, Florida where he played running back, wide receiver, and defensive back for the Berkeley Buccaneers. He was rated by Rivals.com as a five-star recruit and was ranked as the third best wide receiver in his class. He committed to the University of Southern California in January 2012 over Notre Dame, Oklahoma, Florida, Florida State, and Alabama.

Amon-Ra St. Brown

Kareem Kelly

Kareem Kelly (born April 1, 1981) is a former American football wide receiver. He was drafted by the New Orleans Saints in the sixth round of the 2003 NFL Draft. World junior record holder over indoor 50 meters 5.67 sec. He played college football at USC.
He has also been a member of the Saskatchewan Roughriders of the Canadian Football League, Los Angeles Avengers of the Arena Football League, the Baltimore Ravens and Chicago Bears of the National Football League, and the Las Vegas Locomotives of the United Football League.

Sam Dickerson

Kevin Williams

J.K. McKay

Tyler Vaughns

The best USC Trojans wide receivers ever have all had a part in making Southern California&nbsp;one of the top-tier Division I college programs in the nation.