The ground works for the Trojans right now. USC is 10th in rushing offense (244.67 yards a game) and No. 8 in rushing defense, allowing 64.3 yards a game.

The Trojans are also 23rd in total offense (462.0 yards a game) and 13th in scoring offense (44.67 points a game).

USC is 25th in total defense, allowing 306.67 yards a game.

In two related offensive stats, USC is fourth in third-down conversion percentage (55.3) and 22nd in time of possession (31.33 minutes a game).