USC season preview: This is the year Trumain Carroll's plan must work
Trumain Carroll didn't have time to fully install his training program in 2025 since he was hired late in the offseason. 2026 is his time to shine
In the spring of 2025, USC football hired Trumain Carroll as strength and conditioning coach. While technically not a new addition to the team's coaching staff, Carroll's role is crucial in athletic performance and player development. The key takeaway is that strength programs require time to take hold, and when a strength and conditioning coach joins a college football program in the spring, there isn't enough time to fully implement his training regimen before the season starts.
USC entered the 2025 season with low expectations for Carroll's impact, as it was understood that he wouldn't be able to transform the team instantly. However, the situation has changed for the 2026 college football season. Carroll now has the entire offseason—eight months—and has been on the job for over 15 months, allowing him to develop his vision and make it a reality for USC.
This is when we should witness the results of Carroll's plan, particularly on the defensive side of the ball, as the Trojans need to demonstrate greater strength and toughness compared to previous years.
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