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‘It was already written.’ How USC center Jonah Monheim became the Trojans’ leader
3 months ago

‘It was already written.’ How USC center Jonah Monheim became the Trojans’ leader

LA Times  

The last three USC centers were floating down Whitefish River last July, marveling at the Montana mountains, when suddenly Brett Neilon and his tube went careening into the river bank. Soon enough, Huisenga said, “it became like I was talking to one of my assistant coaches.” It made sense that Monheim would wind up at center, a position that demanded …

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What went wrong for USC’s offensive and defensive line transfers?
1 year, 1 month ago

What went wrong for USC’s offensive and defensive line transfers?

LA Times  

The receiver parlayed his success into a first-round draft selection. After the Buffaloes gave up seven sacks to UCLA this season, head coach Deion Sanders added another viral sound bite to his first season in Boulder by telling reporters he would “go get new linemen.” Conversely, Oregon, Washington and Oregon State — the three Pac-12 teams named as semifinalists for …

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Position battles continue as season opens: Four takeaways from USC’s win over San José State
1 year, 3 months ago

Position battles continue as season opens: Four takeaways from USC’s win over San José State

LA Times  

Well, it’s a start. Before Quali Conley ripped off runs of 57 and 36 yards late in the fourth quarter to double San José State’s rushing totals, quarterback Chevan Cordeiro was the team’s primary running threat. “I think that’s something we can get better at as a defense, for sure … because out of 12 games, we probably won’t play …

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USC’s offensive line bracing for the ‘harsh reality’ that awaits in 2023
1 year, 11 months ago

USC’s offensive line bracing for the ‘harsh reality’ that awaits in 2023

LA Times  

USC offensive lineman Justin Dedich lines up during a win over UCLA at the Rose Bowl on Nov. 19. After five years together, Justin Dedich hadn’t given much consideration to the fact that one day two staples of USC’s offensive line would be gone. It does.” How harsh that reality winds up for USC depends in large part on Dedich, …

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Shane Lee to return to USC, while Tuli Tuipulotu and others weigh options
2 years ago

Shane Lee to return to USC, while Tuli Tuipulotu and others weigh options

LA Times  

USC linebacker Shane Lee runs back an interception against Rice on Sept. 3 at the Coliseum. “I’m for sure playing in the bowl game,” Tuipulotu said. “Can’t leave my brothers out there.” After leading the nation in sacks, it’s unlikely that Tuipulotu’s draft stock would rise much higher with another season at USC. When the time comes to make the …

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USC’s veteran linemen see bright future for young OT Mason Murphy
2 years, 1 month ago

USC’s veteran linemen see bright future for young OT Mason Murphy

LA Times  

USC offensive lineman Mason Murphy and teammates look up at the scoreboard during the first half against host Stanford on Sept. 10. Several months later, when Murphy made his first start as USC’s right tackle Saturday against Arizona, Dedich and redshirt junior lineman Jonah Monheim both referred to Murphy as the Trojans’ “most talented” player up front. “That kid has …

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Offensive line key for No. 14 USC’s new additions to succeed
2 years, 3 months ago

Offensive line key for No. 14 USC’s new additions to succeed

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! But the impressive collection of talent at the skill positions won’t matter if the 14th-ranked Trojans don’t have an offensive line capable of creating running lanes or giving Williams time to throw down the field. It’s the dudes up front.” Although USC made strides last year, …

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Who has the right stuff to start at left tackle at USC? The competition is fierce
2 years, 3 months ago

Who has the right stuff to start at left tackle at USC? The competition is fierce

LA Times  

Courtland Ford, above, and Bobby Haskins are battling to start at left tackle for USC. USC offensive coordinator and offensive line coach Josh Henson wouldn’t commit to naming a left tackle Tuesday, and while Wednesday’s depth chart reveal might list one name above the other, Henson made it clear that Bobby Haskins and Courtland Ford would be competing through the …

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Center Justin Dedich provides a solid contingency plan for USC
4 years, 1 month ago

Center Justin Dedich provides a solid contingency plan for USC

LA Times  

USC receiver Drake London, left, celebrates with Bru McCoy, Tyler Vaughns and Justin Dedich after a touchdown catch against Arizona State. Clay Helton said Neilon will test out his injured ankle on Thursday, but the USC coach admitted that USC’s junior center is “highly doubtful.” Considering the relative lack of depth on the line, the looming threat of injuries up …

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