Trent Mosley emerges as the primary receiver for USC football
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 5:27 PM
Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Trent Mosley has established himself as the most dynamic wide receiver for the USC football team through the first two games of the 2026 season. While analysts initially projected Tanook Hines to lead the position group, Mosley has outperformed expectations with consistent route-running, speed, and ball-handling skills. Mosley currently leads the receiver room despite the absence of Terrell Anderson. The team continues to integrate players into the rotation as the season progresses. Observers have compared Mosley’s early impact to that of Jordan Addison during the 2022 season. USC faces a test against Oregon, which will serve as a significant indicator of the team's progress.
- •Trent Mosley has ascended to the top spot in the USC receiver rotation.
- •Tanook Hines remains in the conversation as he works to return from injury.
- •Terrell Anderson has yet to appear on the field this season.
- •USC is scheduled to play a significant game against Oregon.
- 5:27 PMYahoo Sports — Real talk: Trent Mosley is already USC's best 2026 wide receiver
"Tanook Hines can certainly change this conversation in future weeks, but right now, there should be zero debate Trent Mosley is USC's top receiver
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