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Dealing with minor injury Jackson did not take part in team drills Saturday, Evan Flood of On3.com reports.

Impact Running backs coach Jayden Everrett mentioned that Jackson is dealing with a minor injury and appears to be held out of precaution. In his absence, Nate Palmer got more opportunities. The junior running back is fighting for a role in the upcoming season after totaling 36 carries for 123 yards and four touchdowns across eight games last season.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Player Previews: Don't Sleep on USC Transfer RB Bryan Jackson The former highly touted tailback looks like a perfect fit in Madison.

JULY 1 • SI.COM

Commits to Wisconsin Jackson committed to Wisconsin on Wednesday, Hayes Fawcett of On3 reports.

Impact Jackson will transfer between Big Ten teams for his 2026 season. During conference games last year, the running back logged 31 carries and 112 rushing yards. For in-game opportunities, his primary competition is Abu Sama, a much more proven veteran from the Big 12. Jackson will also need to fend off a few potential mainstays which, as of Wednesday, still include Darrion Dupree and Gideon Ituka (undisclosed).

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Hitting transfer portal Jackson will enter the transfer portal, per Hayes Fawcett of On3.com.

Impact Jackson will have two years of eligibility remaining after two seasons at USC. The tailback ran for just 123 yards and four touchdowns this season as a backup tailback. He'll look to join a backfield where he'll have more a featured role for the 2026 season.

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores two TDs as goal line back Jackson compiled four carries for 14 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 26-21 win against Iowa.

Impact The Trojans went with the big-bodied running back option in Jackson near the goal line, and the sophomore scored two touchdowns as a result. Jackson's usage shot up after the team lost Waymond Jordan and Ei Sanders, but he's still entrenched in a backup role behind King Miller.

NOVEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Iowa Brought the Weather to L.A., but USC Brought the Fight To Keep Its CFP Hopes Alive

No. 17 USC football braved the rainy conditions to beat No. 21 Iowa and maintain its College Football Playoff chances.

NOVEMBER 16, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Iowa Brought the Weather to L.A., but USC Brought the Fight To Keep Its CFP Hopes Alive

No. 17 Southern California scores final 19 points, keeps CFP hopes alive with 26-21 win over Iowa

Makai Lemon made 10 catches for 153 yards and a second-half touchdown, and No. 17 Southern California scored 19 unanswered points to keep its College Football Playoff hopes alive w...

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • Associated Press

COMEBACK ALERT! 🚨 Bryan Jackson punches it in, giving USC late lead against Iowa

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

RB Bryan Jackson takes the snap to the endzone for a one-yard TD, USC trails Iowa

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

A walk-on at Tailback U., King Miller has seized a historic job and a starring role at No. 17 USC

King Miller is starring as a walk-on tailback at No. 17 Southern California

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Big Ten fines USC $5,000 for playing running back Bryan Jackson against Michigan The Trojans brought a player into the game they had listed as “Out” on the availability report. Sure enough, he scored a touchdown

OCTOBER 14, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Shoukd see more work moving forward Jackson rushed five times for 11 yards during USC's 31-13 victory over Michigan. He also recorded one reception for xer yards,

Impact Although King Miller will be the undisputed top back amid Waymond Jordan's injury, Jackson appears to be the clear backup and will see a decent workload against Notre Dame. It's unclear whether Jackson will have a workload similar to Eli Sanders alongside Jordan, but ithe talented sophomore could command a larger share given Miller's sudden workload increase.

OCTOBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

USC Trojans Fined by Big Ten for Bryan Jackson Availability Report Violation The USC Trojans were fined $5,000 by the Big Ten on Monday for playing running back Bryan Jackson, who was initially listed as "out" in Satu...

OCTOBER 14, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Available to face Michigan Jackson (undisclosed) is available to face Michigan on Saturday.

Impact Jackson returned to practice earlier this week, so it's not surprising to see him back in the mix. That said, he's a depth piece in the backfield, so he's not expected to see a lot of playing time on most games.

OCTOBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available to face Michigan Jackson (undisclosed) is available to face Michigan on Saturday.

OCTOBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice for Trojans Jackson (undisclosed) is back at practice ahead of the Trojans' clash with Michigan on Saturday night, per Chris Trevino of 247Sports.com.

Impact Jackson reportedly took the practice field in full pads and a helmet, looking like he's made serious progress in his recovery from an unspecified injury that's held him out since the opener. USC has relied on Waymond Jordan and Eli Sanders in its backfield, but expect Jackson to factor into the equation upon his return, which looks increasingly like it could come against Michigan.

OCTOBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Still out at Illinois Jackson (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's game at Illinois.

Impact Jackson has been out since Week 2, and he will log his fourth consecutive DNP on Saturday. After the USC team deals with Illinois, the Trojans have a bye week before taking on Michigan on Oct. 11.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Still out at Illinois Jackson (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's game at Illinois.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out once again Jackson (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's game against the Spartans.

Impact Jackson remains without a timetable to return. His next chance to play will come against Illinois on Sep. 27.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out at Purdue Jackson (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's game at Purdue.

Impact Jackson will miss his second straight game as the Trojans travel to Purdue. The sophomore running back's next chance to see the field will be next Saturday at home against Michigan State.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Week 2 Jackson (undisclosed) won't play against Georgia Southern in Week 2.

Impact The tailback was considered doubtful this week, so it's unsurprising that he's officially listed as out on USC's injury report. Waymond Jordan and Eli Sanders will continue to spearhead the Trojans' backfield.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Week 2 Jackson (undisclosed) is doubtful for Saturday's game against Georgia Southern, Keely Eure of USC Athletics reports.

Impact During the 2025 Trojans' first game, Jackson logged five carries for 11 yards and one touchdown. The running back also recorded one target. Unfortunately for Jackson, it looks like he cannot immediately add to his 2025's stats, though there is still an availability possibility.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

QBs Jayden Maiava, Husan Longstreet lead potent USC to 73-13 win over Missouri State

Jayden Maiava passed for 295 yards and two touchdowns in the first half, and Southern California had its highest-scoring game since 1930 in a 73-13 victory over Missouri State

AUGUST 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Finds end zone in win Jackson totaled 16 carries for 66 yards and one touchdown during Friday's 35-31 win versus Texas A&M.

Impact The true freshman got all the work he could handle in the bowl game, logging a career high in every category. The tailback finished the season with 188 yards and a touchdown on 36 carries. He'll look to compete for more playing time in his sophomore season in Los Angeles.

JANUARY 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

In line to start bowl game Jackson is in line to start at tailback for USC in its bowl game against Texas A&M on Dec. 27, Ryan Kartje of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact With Woody Marks chasing his NFL dream and Quinten Joyner in the transfer portal, USC's backfield is rather bare as the Trojans prep for the Las Vegas bowl against the Aggies. He ran for 122 yards on 20 carries in his true freshman season, but is in line to be USC's bell cow back versus Texas A&M.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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