Live Blog: USC vs. Syracuse
We’re live here at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum for USC’s nonconference matchup against Syracuse of the Big East. Be sure to follow our live blog for in-game updates, as well as our Twitter account @DT_Sports.
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Four Burning Questions: Syracuse
Who will play in the secondary? After Saturday’s game against Utah, USC coach Lane Kiffin intimated that changes would occur in the secondary. One thing is certain: sophomore cornerback Nickell Robey and junior safety T.J. McDonald have played well and are guaranteed to remain regulars. The other two spots in the secondary appear open to […]
Behind Enemy Lines: Syracuse Secondary
Despite two lackluster performances, the Trojans are off to a 2-0 start for the 10th year in a row. Only unbeaten Syracuse stands in the way of USC opening the season with a perfect 3-0 homestand. Both Minnesota and Utah were unable to find an answer for sophomore wide receiver Robert Woods and junior quarterback […]
Practice Notes: Sept. 15
The Trojans concluded their final practice of the week Thursday, as they prepare for Syracuse. Instead of a full-field scrimmage, USC focused on its play inside the red zone. USC has only scored on four of its six red zone attempts. Meanwhile, its opponents are a perfect five for five. Although the offense has struggled […]
Daily Trojan/KXSC Podcast
Podcast with Daily Trojan Sports Editors Joey Kaufman and Trevor Wong, and KXSC’s Dave Dulberg
USC names student-athletes of the week
Junior forward Samantha Johnson of the women’s soccer team and senior tailback Marc Tyler were named USC’s Credit Union Student-Athletes of the Week on Tuesday. Following her assist on the Trojans’ only goal at the Trojan Invitational Tournament this past weekend, Johnson was also selected as one of two USC players on the All-Tournament Team. […]
Practice notes: Sept. 13
Following victories over Minnesota and Utah in weeks one and two, USC prepares to host Syracuse, a team it hasn’t faced since 1990, at the Coliseum on Saturday. Sophomore linebacker Marquis Simmons was in street clothes and a neck brace after being injured in the Utah game. But he appeared in good spirit, as he […]
Stat to watch: Blocked kicks
From 2006 to 2008, USC outscored its opponents by 15 points per game on average and the Trojans rarely played close games. A few points gained from superior special teams play would likely have not made a major difference in USC’s record. Beginning in 2009, the Trojans dominance slowed, and they began to play much […]
Q&A: freshman wide receiver Marqise Lee
Daily Trojan: After playing in your first college game, what adjustments do you think you need to make to be successful this year? Marqise Lee: Better blocking skills. I am too low and need to pick it up. DT: What do you think are your main strengths as a wide receiver? Lee: My ability to […]
Trojans in the pros: week one
Week one of the NFL season saw many former Trojans in action. Here’s a recap of how they fared in their 2011 debuts. New Orleans Saints offensive tackle Charles Brown was part of a unit that allowed quarterback Drew Brees to be sacked three times by the Green Bay Packers defense. Packers linebacker Clay Matthews […]