Defense lives up to Carroll’s philosophy
USC defense answers the call against Irish
USC has taken the air out of the rivalry
Trojans have a seven-year winning streak against the Irish, and few have been close.
Johnson released from hospital, shows hopeful signs
The USC running back still cannot speak, but he flashes a sign of encouragement to USC fans.
Johnson headed home after release from hospital
Doctors are optimistic about Stafon Johnson’s recovery from weightlifting accident.
Mustain jumps Corp to move up to second string
Mustain feels he is finally playing to his potential, but Corp will keep on battling.
Armstead, Johnson could return vs. ND
The sophomore defensive end and junior wide receiver will likely play in South Bend.
Viewer’s guide: No Trojans? No problem
With the Trojans on their bye week, three big games could have national implications.
Practice turnovers mirror recent defensive trends
The offense is forced into four takeaways, three of them on Barkley interceptions.
In search of storylines during a USC bye week
Today is a tough day for columnists. It’s the Thursday before an open Saturday and after a statement Saturday. In laymen’s terms: USC doesn’t play this Saturday. And last Saturday, the Trojans silenced all the critics. Can the defense handle the Heisman front-runner Jahvid Best? Yes. He’s now on the Heisman backburner. Can the offense […]
Q&A: The Pac-10
Football writer Michael Middlehurst-Schwartz breaks down the Pac-10. With the potential return of LeGarrette Blount, will Oregon be able to contend with USC for a Pac-10 championship this year? Pundits change their minds about Oregon more often than the Ducks change their uniforms. After the Boise State debacle, the multicolored crew seemed destined for a […]