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4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

USC Running Back Waymond Jordan Sends Powerful Message to JUCO Recruits Waymond Jordan met his college football fate near the middle of America before his USC Trojans career started. The native of Pensacola, Flor...

AUGUST 14 • SI.COM

USC's Running Back Depth Competition Heating Up in Fall Camp USC returns its two leading rushers from a year ago in King Miller and Waymond Jordan. They are the only Big Ten school that returns two run...

AUGUST 14 • SI.COM

Waymond Jordan - Fully healthy for 2026 season Jordan (knee) is fully healthy for USC's 2026 season, Pete Nakos of On3.com reports.

Impact Nakos not only described Jordan as fully healthy but also as someone who "looks like he did last year" with USC, when he logged 88 rushing attempts for 576 yards and five touchdowns. The senior running back acclimated well to USC, and with both a year of experience under his belt and a top role in the Trojans' backfield, he could be among college football's top RBs during his 2026 season.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Waymond Jordan - Progressing in rehab Jordan (knee/ankle) has been progressing in his rehab, according to Hawai'i sports reporter Michael Lasquero, though it's still too early to tell whether he'll be ready for the Tro...

Impact Jordan underwent a cleanup procedure in March, which ruled him out for the rest of spring ball, but based on his recent comments, he's trending in the right direction. The next few weeks will be critical in determining whether Jordan will be ready to play in Week 0. After rushing for 576 yards and five scores on 6.5 yards per carry last season, Jordan is expected to be the Trojans' top ball-carrier if he's healthy.

AUGUST 4 • ROTOWIRE

USC Stars Jayden Maiava, Waymond Jordan Make Heartwarming Offseason Appearance In support of the USC Asian Pacific Alumni Association, quarterback Jayden Maiava and running back Waymond Jordan went down to Honolulu for...

JULY 28 • SI.COM

USC Running Back Waymond Jordan Returns With Something to Prove This Fall USC made a big move last offseason when they landed Waymond Jordan, the No. 1 ranked JUCO running back in the 2025 class. In his final seaso...

JULY 9 • SI.COM

Three USC Trojans Make Appearance for First Pitch at Yankees Game USC Trojans running back Waymond Jordan made an appearance at the New York Yankees game against the Cincinnati Reds on Saturday afternoon in...

JUNE 21 • SI.COM

Three Keys for Waymond Jordan to Find Success Next Season With the USC Trojans preparing for a critical 2026 season under coach Lincoln Riley, one of the more important factors could be establishing...

MAY 24 • SI.COM

Waymond Jordan - Shut down for spring ball Jordan (knee) is out for the remainder of the Trojans' spring practice period, per Shotgun Spratling of 247Sports.com.

Impact Jordan reportedly had to have a cleanup procedure on his knee, and so the tailback is done for the rest of USC's spring practice. He's expected to be full-go by the summertime, so this shouldn't impact his availability for the regular season. After rushing for 576 yards and five scores on 6.5 yards per carry last season, Jordan is expected to be the Trojans' top ball-carrier.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Waymond Jordan - Looks healthy for spring ball Jordan is looking good to go for spring ball, Chris Trevino of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Jordan missed six straight games to close out the Trojans' regular season, but he appears healthy now as spring ball gets underway. The 5-foot-10 running back recorded 88 carries for 576 yards and five touchdowns across his six outings in the 2025 campaign. He remains at the top of USC's depth chart ahead of his senior campaign.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

The Biggest Question USC Faces at Running Back Waymond Jordan was an instant star for the USC Trojans last season, making the jump from the junior college ranks to major college football....

FEBRUARY 17 • SI.COM

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Waymond Jordan - DNP for bowl game Jordan (ankle) did not appear in Tuesday's bowl game against TCU.

Impact Jordan missed six consecutive games to close out the regular season, but the junior tailback was tabbed questionable for Tuesday's bowl game. The Trojans opted to keep their star tailback on the sidelines instead of risking further injury to his ankle or a new injury entirely. Jordan has already announced he'll be back with USC in 2026.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Waymond Jordan - Questionable for Alamo Bowl Jordan (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's game against TCU.

Impact Jordan wasn't expected to play before the end of the 2025 season, but the questionable tag suggests the star tailback has a shot at suiting up Tuesday. Jordan, who already confirmed that he'll return to USC for the 2026 season, hasn't played since Week 7. He had 88 carries for 576 yards and five scores, as well as seven catches for 55 yards, in six games this season.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 16, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

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Waymond Jordan - Set to return to USC in 2026 Jordan (ankle) will return to USC for the 2026 season, Matt Zenitz of CBSSports.com reports.

Impact Jordan was on his way to moving up draft boards early in the year before an ankle injury sidelined him for the final six contests. Instead of trying his hand at the pros, it appears he's agreed to a new NIL deal with the Trojans and will run it back next season. King Miller has played pretty well in his stead, so it's unclear how the true freshman's emergence will impact Jordan's workload next season. Jordan has one more opportunity to retake the field in 2025 in USC's bowl game versus TCU.

DECEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Waymond Jordan - Not in uniform Jordan (ankle) isn't in uniform at kickoff for Saturday's game against UCLA, Shotgun Spratling of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Jordan participated in warmups ahead of Saturday's regular-season finale, but he will stay on the sidelines for the contest. King Miller will once again lead the Trojans' backfield against the Bruins. Jordan's participation in warmups bodes well for his postseason availability.

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Waymond Jordan - Set to play vs. UCLA Jordan (ankle) is going through warmups and looks set to play against UCLA on Saturday, Adrian Medina of The Sporting Tribune reports.

Impact Jordan looks set to play Saturday since he was spotted in pre-game warmups. The star RB has 88 carries for 576 yards and seven touchdowns across six games this season, and if he plays, it'd be his first taste of action since Week 7.

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Waymond Jordan - Questionable Saturday Jordan (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's game against UCLA.

Impact Jordan remains questionable for Saturday's contest, and it seems a game-time call will be made regarding his availability. Not having Jordan would be a huge blow for USC. He has 88 carries for 576 yards and seven touchdowns across six games this season. He hasn't suited up for the Trojans since Week 7.

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Waymond Jordan - Participating in padded practice Jordan (ankle) was in pads and participated in Tuesday's practice, Chris Trevino of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Jordan is tending to an ankle injury, and while Tuesday's practice isn't his first wearing pads since sustaining the injury, Trevino notes the tailback was walking significantly better. With the Trojans pushing for a spot in the College Football Playoff, Jordan could provide a boost to the USC backfield Saturday, even if he's in a limited role.

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Waymond Jordan - Ruled out Saturday Jordan (ankle) is listed out for Saturday's game against Oregon.

Impact Jordan will be forced to sit out another matchup as he continues working his way back from an ankle injury. The junior running back will aim to be back for next week's game against UCLA.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Waymond Jordan - Unlikely to play Head coach Lincoln Riley said Tuesday that he doesn't expect Jordan (ankle) to play Saturday against Oregon, Keely Eure of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Riley noted Jordan is getting closer to returning. However, it looks like the tailback will need at least another week to recover. Jordan hasn't appeared in a game since Week 7. King Miller should continue to serve as USC's top RB while Bryan Jackson mixes in.

NOVEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Waymond Jordan - DNP for Week 12 Jordan (ankle) did not play during USC's 26-21 win Saturday against Iowa.

Impact Week 12 saw USC clash with a tough Iowa defense head-on by using a lot of King Miller, who logged 19 carries in place of Jordan. Up next for the Trojans is a visit to Oregon for a Nov. 22 game.

NOVEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Waymond Jordan - Could be emergency option Jordan (ankle) could be an emergency option in Saturday's game against Iowa, according to Shotgun Spratling of 247Sports.com.

Impact Jordan wasn't spotted in warmups due to an ankle injury, but there's a scenario in which he might be available as an emergency option. For now, though, expect King Miller and Bryan Jackson to handle most of the rushing workload with Jordan out.

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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