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Jahkeem Stewart expected to miss USC's season opener against San Jose State

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 1:58 AM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Jahkeem Stewart expected to miss USC's season opener against San Jose State
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USC sophomore defensive lineman Jahkeem Stewart is set to miss the Trojans' season opener against San Jose State, as confirmed by coach Lincoln Riley. Stewart was seen on crutches with a boot on his injured right foot over the weekend. While his absence is confirmed for the opener, there are hopes he may return for the following game against Fresno State. Last season, Stewart played through a stress fracture in his foot and had surgery in December, but concerns remain about the current injury potentially affecting his performance this season.

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  • •Jahkeem Stewart is a sophomore defensive lineman for USC.
  • •He suffered an injury to his right foot while on crutches.
  • •Coach Lincoln Riley suggested Stewart's injury is minor but precautionary.
  • •Stewart missed the season opener and bowl game last year but was named freshman All-American.
  • •USC has depth in the defensive line to manage Stewart's absence.
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  • 1:58 AMYahoo Sports — Injured USC defensive lineman Jahkeem Stewart will miss season opener
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USC sophomore defensive lineman Jahkeem Stewart is expected to miss the Trojans' season opener against San Jose State, coach Lincoln Riley said.

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