Category: Sport
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One aspect missing from an otherwise versatile USC offense has been the deep pass. Quarterback John David Booty is completing more than 70 percent of his passes, but most have been quick throws for short gains. The Trojans have only two passing plays for more than 20 yards, the longest of which went for 35.
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He seemed surprised that someone wanted to speak to him. As he approached the lone reporter who waited for him after practice, Mitch Mustain mused, “I’ve never done this before.” But Mustain is all too familiar with dealing with the media. To those who’ve followed his story, Mustain seems to defy logic.
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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…
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Must be a team game since just three players from USC’s top-ranked Trojans are among this week’s NCAA stat leaders. Quarterback John David Booty is No. 23 in passing efficiency with a 148.3 rating that’s good for only fourth-best in the Pac-10 behind Oregon’s Dennis Dixon (188.1), Arizon State’s Rudy Carpenter (166.3) and Washington State’s…
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OK, you decide this week’s Pac-10 Players of Week winners. On defense, was it Cal safety Thomas DeCoud after his 10-tackle performance in the Bears’ unimpressive defensive showing in a 45-27 win over a lowly Arizona offense. Or was it USC’s Keith Rivers after a 14-tackle effort in the Trojans’ romp over a good Washington…
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<!–start image–><!– end image–>Although some Trojans do not want to hear the comparison, it appears that USC has not faced a quarterback this big and fast since Vince Young. USC is preparing for Washington’s Jake Locker, and each defensive player must change his approach — although some much more than others. Also inside: injury updates…
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Unless you’ve been living in a cave, you’ve probably seen Oklahoma State Coach Mike Gundy go off on a local columnist (video above) for this article in the Daily Oklahoman. USC coach Pete Carroll saw the video, and even joked around with the media by mimicking Gundy and waving around a newspaper before starting his…
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The tight end — who had a star turn in Washington State game, catching nine passes and helping the Trojans open up their passing game — has turned setbacks with the team into learning experiences. The bandage on Fred Davis’ left earlobe is neither a fashion statement nor a byproduct of heavy cellphone use that…
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<!–start carroll uw presser(100) image–><!– end carroll uw presser(100) image–>On Tuesday Pete Carroll addressed the media to discuss playing the Huskies this weekend in Seattle. In these video highlights Carroll talks about freshman quarterback Jake Locker, tight end Fred Davis, defensive end Kyle Moore and what he thought of Reggie Bush and LenDale White playing…
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As you will hear, the USC coach is a big fan of Washington quarterback Jake Locker.
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Next time you visit the University of Southern California, remember to walk an extra hundred yards. It’s worth it. The on-campus parking meters (above) are 700% more than the city’s off-campus meters (below). They’re hardly a football field apart. Even better, city parking is usually free after a certain hour, while campus is enforced 24/7.
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