USC will host an impressive list of visitors for as they return to the Coliseum for a highly anticipated Big Ten clash against Ohio State on Saturday, Oct. 31

What are some of the biggest recruiting storylines to follow this weekend?

Keeping the 2027 Class Intact

San Diego (Calif.) Cathedral Catholic athlete and USC Trojans commit Honor Fa'alave-Johnson | Kendell Hollowell @Khollowell_

USC has a much smaller class in 2027 with 14 commitments, compared to the 34 signees they had in 2026. Nonetheless, its another talented group of recruits that can make an immediate impact next year. But with the future of Lincoln Riley hanging in the balance, it naturally poses the question, what happens to the class if there's a new staff in place next season.

The Trojans may still be able to sign a number of its class because of the relationships general manager Chad Bowden and their personnel staff have with the recruits , but it's unrealistic to believe it would stay 100 percent intact the way the 2026 class did.…