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Trojans Lose Top Target Trent Mosley Ahead of Rutgers Road Trip

USC freshman wide receiver Trent Mosley is out with an undisclosed injury, leaving the Trojans without their leading receiver for the Rutgers game.

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Mosley Sidelined with Mystery Injury

The No. 12 USC Trojans are heading into Big Ten play, but they will have to do it without one of their brightest young stars. Freshman wide receiver Trent Mosley has been ruled out of the upcoming game due to an undisclosed injury. Head coach Lincoln Riley announced the update on Wednesday.

Riley did not provide any specific details regarding what is bothering the young receiver. He noted that the timeline for Mosley's potential return to the field is currently inconclusive.

The injury seemed to happen during Friday's game between USC and Louisiana. The broadcast of the game showed trainers examining Mosley's right knee. He was seen favoring the knee as he walked to the sideline. This happened right after he caught a touchdown pass in the third quarter of the game.

"We'll just continue monitoring it," Riley said. "Don't expect it to be extremely long term, but still a little inconclusive at this time, depending on how he responds."

A Major Blow to the Passing Game

Losing Mosley is a significant blow to the Trojans offense. The five star prospect from Chicago made an immediate impact on the field. Through just three games this season, Mosley has led the team with 255 receiving yards and four touchdowns. He quickly established himself as the top target for quarterback Jayden Maiava.

Mosley showed his elite talent right from the start. In his college debut against San Jose State, he caught seven passes for 118 yards and a touchdown. He proved that was no fluke in the next game against Fresno State, racking up 104 yards and scoring two more touchdowns.

USC does have other talented players ready to step up. Fellow freshmen Kayden Dixon-Wyatt and Mark Bowman have already caught two touchdowns apiece this year. But losing a player of Mosley's caliber will test the depth of this roster. Mosley is a key member of USC's highly anticipated 2026 recruiting class, which was ranked No. 1 in the country. Now, the Trojans must travel to Rutgers for their very first road matchup of the season without him.

What it means for the next game

USC Trojans at Rutgers Scarlet Knights (College Football, Sat, 19 Sep): Rutgers Scarlet Knights win 6%, USC Trojans win 94%; projected score Rutgers Scarlet Knights 18, USC Trojans 42. Our safest pick: Over 49.5 points.