New NCAA eligibility rules should help USC — and its No. 1 freshman class — flourish

New NCAA eligibility rules are expected to benefit USC and its top-ranked freshman class. Head coach Lincoln Riley previously faced dilemmas regarding whether playing freshmen during blowout games was worth risking their eligibility. These regulatory changes aim to resolve such frustrations, allowing the No. 1 freshman class to flourish more effectively within the college football system. The updates provide more flexibility for coaches when integrating new players into the game without compromising their future seasons.