Discussion

USC Trojans try to stay grounded

Lane Kiffin wants to establish a power running game to keep the defense rested

Updated: September 17, 2010, 4:19 PM ET
By Mark Saxon | ESPNLosAngeles.com

MINNEAPOLIS -- USC has a little problem heading into Game 3 at Minnesota Saturday. It might become a big problem, one that could turn into a sinkhole, pulling everything they've worked for into the muck.

The defense is thin -- not fashionably thin, but scary thin.

The Trojans coaches have so little faith in their defensive backups that they have barely substituted through two games, turning the fourth quarter into into a Himalayan trek, without oxygen, for some of the hard-worked ...

Read full story

ESPN Conversations


You must be signed in to post a comment

Already have an account?

You are fully responsible for the content you post. Content that includes profanity, personal attacks or antisocial behavior (such as "spamming" or "trolling"), or other inappropriate content or material will be removed. We reserve the right to block any user who violates our terms of use, including removing all content posted by that user.

EDITORS' PICKS

  • Capuano ... Meet Upton
    Chris Capuano, who is 4-1 in his last eight starts against the Braves, gets the ball Saturday.
  • Ready to Go
    Anze Kopitar will play in Game 3 after taking a puck to the face in Game 2.
  • Never Forget Your First Love
    In his new book, Phil Jackson says Kobe couldn't match Michael Jordan's leadership.
  • Can They Compete?
    Can the Lakers compete for the West -- and a title -- with their current roster?
  • Looking At Options
    The Lakers probably will have to look for some inexpensive talent.

Facebook » Twitter »

MORE COLLEGE FOOTBALL HEADLINES