Crowd noise will be USC’s biggest obstacle Saturday
Kristofer O’Dowd is likely to return to to action, while Kevin Thomas may be out.
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For Barkley, being normal is overrated
In first-ever start, the true freshman’s poise is equally as impressive as his stat sheet.
Barkley just has fun in stellar season debut
Carroll says Barkley isn't normal — and that's a good thing
Game 1 rewind: McKnight steals the show
Joe McKnight and fellow running backs carry the load for freshman Matt Barkley
Barkley shines in 56-3 rout of San Jose State
The freshman quarterback throws for 233 yards and a touchdown in his debut at Southern California.
Much has changed for Carroll, USC since 2001
Eight years ago, he started his USC career in front of a quiet Coliseum crowd. Now, his team starts its run at another national championship.
Four backs welcomed in backfield
Running back Joe McKnight will start, but three other backs will get their share of carries.
Byers will play center for injured O’Dowd
Receiver David Ausberry is ready to make the most of the increased playing time he will be given in light of Ronald Johnson’s broken clavicle.
Academic issues force Wright to sit out
Cornerback Shareece Wright’s ineligibilty will move safety Josh Pinkard to corner spot.
Johnson’s injury is ‘crusher’ for Trojans
With all eyes on quarterbacks, the receiver breaks his clavicle and will miss six to eight weeks.