Bowden, USC and Notre Dame

USC General Manager Chad Bowden Reveals Why He Left Notre Dame, Marcus Freeman
The USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley had an introductory press conference with the newly-appointed coaching staff. Among the names to speak next to Riley for
Chad Bowden Discusses decision to leave Notre Dame for USC
At USC's national signing day press conference on Wednesday, Bowden met with the media for the first time as a Trojan. During his interview, he shared some insight on why he decided to leave Notre Dame in order to be a part of Riley's staff at USC.
The Times of Troy: Taking a closer look at new USC Trojans football GM Chad Bowden
Ryan Kartje is the USC beat writer at the Los Angeles Times. He joined The Times after six years with the Southern California News Group. A Michigan native and University of Michigan graduate, Kartje previously wrote for Fox Sports Wisconsin and the Bloomington (Ind.) Herald-Times.
USC introduces GM Chad Bowden, 3 new coaches: 10 thoughts on the Trojans’ staff changes
A lot has transpired at USC since, as evidenced by the four new faces who addressed the media after Riley: general manager Chad Bowden, linebackers coach Rob Ryan, inside receivers/tight ends coach Chad Savage and corners coach Trovon Reed.
Former Notre Dame GM Chad Bowden breaks down his reasons for bolting to archrival USC
This marks the first time USC GM Chad Bowden has worked for a college football program without Marcus Freeman on staff. Their association dates to 2017.
USC coach Lincoln Riley, GM Chad Bowden tout ‘bright’ future with strong staff additions
With Bowden staying at Riley’s house in the two weeks since arriving from Notre Dame, they have bonded quickly and believe they have assembled a coaching staff and a front office as strong as any

Rob Ryan makes a splash in 1st USC press conference

2026 Tennessee football target Justin Hopkins has Vols, USC among four finalists
Ensworth 2026 four-star cornerback Justin Hopkins has Josh Heupel and Tennessee football among his list of finalists, he ...
Notre Dame football again turned down by Texas Tech's James Blanchard for GM role
Notre Dame football also reportedly pursued James Blanchard in the spring of 2023 before hiring Butler Benton away from ...
Jennifer Cohen gives USC football the tools it needs to succeed
No one can say Jennifer Cohen has not done her best to put Lincoln Riley and USC football in position to succeed ...
USC Football Recruiting 2025: Top Remaining 2025 Recruits, Class Predictions
The USC Trojans had what most would consider a disappointing season, ending up 7-6. They played tough against the best opponents, like Notre Dame and ...
USC Trojans Biggest Needs for the Spring Transfer Portal Window?
The USC Trojans signed 10 players in the winter transfer portal window, all of whom could make significant contributions in ...
USC football hopes to create a recruiting gold rush
Per On3 USC recruiting insider Scott Schrader, the Trojans will ultimately host more than 20 of the 2026 and 2027 recruits on ...