On Saturday, USC opened up its 2026 season by handling San Jose State 42-26 at the Coliseum. With the victory, the Trojans started off the year 1-0.
One of the highlights of the game was the play of true freshman wide receiver Trent Mosley. In his college football debut, Mosley led the Trojans in receiving, catching seven passes for 118 yards and a touchdown.
Naturally, social media had a lot to say about Mosley’s performance.
Living up to the hype
All the hype you’ve heard about USC freshman Trent Mosley was warranted … this kid is a monster. Already has 86 receiving yards and a 41-yard punt return in the first half of his first collegiate game. pic.twitter.com/60CU6vv4Pw
— Bobby Football (@Rob__Paul) August 29, 2026
A dude
Trent Mosley is a dude.
— Nicole Auerbach (@NicoleAuerbach) August 29, 2026
Remember the name
Trent Mosley probably a name to get to know quickly
— Eric Sisson (@ESisson7) August 29, 2026
Makai Lemon 2.0?
Pretty fortunate to lose
Makai Lemon to the NFL and then basically bring him back reincarnated as a true freshman
— Ryan Kartje (@RyanKartje) August 29, 2026
Impressive company
Trent Mosley joined elite company in @uscfb’s win over San Jose State 💥 pic.twitter.com/Gnj61GYJux
— Big Ten Network (@BigTenNetwork) August 29, 2026
Heisman talk?
Is it too early to start the Trent Mosley for Heisman Trophy candidacy?
— eric sondheimer (@latsondheimer) August 29, 2026
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