The early 2000s USC: The Hollywood Dynasty When the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum became the center of the sporting universe. Under Pete Carroll, the early 2000s USC Trojans weren't just a football team; they were a cultural phenomenon. Between 2002 and 2005, the Trojans played a brand of "cool" that the sport had never seen. Practices were open-air parties with Snoop Dogg, Will Ferrell, and Dr. Dre on the sidelines. But don't let the glitz fool you—they were absolute assassins on the field, led by a backfield that felt like a "Create-a-Team" cheat code. As of February 18, 2026, the legacy of this era has finally been made "whole." After nearly 15 years in the NCAA wilderness, Reggie Bush officially received his 2005 Heisman Trophy back in April 2024, and the replica trophy has returned to Heritage Hall. While the 2004 National Championship technically remains "vacated" in the NCAA record books, the Associated Press still recognizes them as the 2004 National Champions. To the colleg...