Jayden Maiava named to Big Ten Preseason Honors list for 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 2:23 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
USC's starting quarterback Jayden Maiava was selected for the Big Ten Preseason Honors list during the conference's Media Days in Chicago. The list features 12 players without regard to position, and Maiava is one of three quarterbacks recognized, joining Ohio State’s Julian Sayin and Oregon’s Dante Moore. In 2025, Maiava threw for 3,711 yards and 24 touchdowns, contributing to USC's 9-4 record. The Trojans will begin the 2026 season on August 29 against San Jose State.
- •Maiava is entering his second full season as USC's starting quarterback.
- •He threw for 3,711 yards and 24 touchdowns in 2025.
- •USC finished the 2025 season with a 9-4 record.
- •The Trojans' 2026 season opener is against San Jose State on August 29.
- 2:23 AMYahoo Sports — USC quarterback Jayden Maiava named to Big Ten Preaseason Honors list
"USC’s starting quarterback was recently selected as one of the top players in the Big Ten entering the 2026 football season
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