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Trojans report: Strategy and personnel
 

The Sports Xchange
 
 
Strategy and personnel · Notes, quotes · Inside slant
 

 

LOOKING GOOD
Most of the outside attention on USC focused on the quarterback position, especially when new starter Mark Sanchez dislocated his kneecap in fall camp. No problems at all in the opener, though, as Sanchez completed 26 of 35 passes for 338 yards, with three touchdowns and one interception. "He looked very sharp," coach Pete Carroll said. "It is really exciting for us as we look ahead."

STILL NEEDS WORK
Sophomore Joe McKnight is a dynamic talent, but he did fumble a punt catch against Virginia that drew the consternation of coach Pete Carroll, who thought it was a bad decision to try to field the ball. "I would like him to be more conservative," Carroll said.

STAR WATCH
Coach Pete Carroll says he will dole out the carries based on the matchups and who is hot. For sure, it looks like Carroll can keep fresh legs in the game at all times. C.J. Gable led the way against Virginia with nine carries for 73 yards; Joe McKnight had six carries for 60 yards; Allen Bradford rushed nine times for 41 yards and Stafon Johnson has nine carries for 28 yards. The rotation should continue, and any of them could be a star of that particular game.

CRITICAL DECISION
The decision to name Mark Sanchez the starting quarterback was made in the spring, and looks like a good one, considering his opening-game performance. What is perhaps more interesting is that redshirt freshman Aaron Corp beat out Mitch Mustain for the No. 2 spot. If Sanchez goes down to injury, this will be a much-scrutinized personnel choice.

ROSTER REPORT

--LB Rey Maualuga, who suffered from cramps during the Virginia game, collapsed at the airport before the flight back and needed an IV before and during the flight to avoid dehydration, according to a report in the L.A. Daily News.

--WR Vidal Hazelton will not practice this week because of a sprained ankle, but he is still expected to be available Sept. 13 against Ohio State.

--Seven true freshmen played in the opener at Virginia, including highly-touted TE Blake Ayles. The other true freshmen who played are: DT Armond Armstead, NT Jurrell Casey, DE Malik Jackson, LB Uona Kaveinga, S Drew McAllister and WR D.J. Shoemate.

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November 7, 2009 2:05 am

I had an absolute certainty that the Trojans were somehow different. In some way, above, or at least, not subject to, the pitfalls of lesser programs. Year after amazing year staying in the front of the pack, avoiding the perils that the others would succumb to.

Ignoring the sniping, the criticism of others as envy.Secure in the knowledge that Pete Carroll would get us to the pr ...(more)

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September 20, 2009 12:31 am

For as much of a habit as USC has (6 out of last 8 seasons I think) loosing when they shouldn't; seems to me that this will be a year when you won't get away with "sloppin' you dripper" (a Rindercella reference).

The threads question is: "What, if anything, did the pre-season statements and focus on "We only care about getting to the Rose Bowl" have ...(more)

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November 3, 2009 11:22 am
(POLL)

We had one of our worst defensive performances against the Oregon Ducks on Saturday.  This inept performance was preceded by a terrible performance against Oregon State, and a second half collapse against Notre Dame. 

I have watched nearly every Trojan game for years, and since the 1990's I can't remember a loss where we were dominated so completely.&nb ...(more)

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November 7, 2009 2:06 am

I had an absolute certainty that the Trojans were somehow different. In some way, above, or at least, not subject to, the pitfalls of lesser programs. Year after amazing year staying in the front of the pack, avoiding the perils that the others would succumb to.

Ignoring the sniping, the criticism of others as envy.Secure in the knowledge that Pete Carroll would get us to the pr ...(more)

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November 4, 2009 2:54 pm
Wow.  What a thumping. Told you Oregon would win by 20, but nooooooo, you wouldn't hear it. Well, it's history now.

The first half was an amazing game, the second half was only amazing in that the Trojans could not even slow Oregon down on offense. 

It is nonsense that PC over complicated his defense.  Simple, tackle the player with the ball.  What PC
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October 28, 2009 8:56 pm
Alright Trojan fans.  Here it is, Holloween night, two BCS Top Ten teams, ESPN Gameday in town, and an Autzen Stadium crowd that will be in top form.  You guys are starting a Freshman QB, although not your typical Frosh QB for sure, but a Frosh none the less.  He's played at the Horseshoe, at Notre Dame, but I really think (yes, I'm biased, but still may be correct) that he hasn't b ...(more)
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November 2, 2009 9:59 am
We begin the last quarter of the schedule ranked 12th and we play at ASU Saturday. The reality is we are no better than a 5th to 8th ranked team as i called for at the beginning. No team could expect to lose some 11 starters to the nfl, lose 3/4 ths coaching and be forced to use a Fr qb, which we had never had to do in our history. With injuries only a small part, we have been fortunte to have suc ...(more)
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October 29, 2009 9:37 pm
Here is news from wed practice. im back from my usual 3 days work.


By Ben Malcolmson on <abbr class="published" title="2009-10-28T19:21:01-08:00"> October 28, 2009 7:21 PM</abbr>
1 Comment Thoughts from Wednesday's practice, through ...(more)
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October 31, 2009 11:52 pm
...for their great win over USC!
Oregon proved, by the relative ease of their victory, how much they've improved during the season and it should result in them rising dramatically in the polls and BCS standings.
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October 26, 2009 4:22 pm
This is going to be a huge game this week up at Autzen Stadium.  This games has a lot riding on it like USC run of 8 straight conference titles and possibly BCS bowls.  I think that even if we were to lose we would still get an At large bid.  I see this game a lot like the Notre Dame game.  It will come down to our ability to run the ball and get good field posit ...(more)
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October 15, 2009 7:23 pm

I'm pretty impressed with Mustain's attitude. He appears to be doing whatever is asked of him, and trying to contribute in any way he can. Offering to punt says alot about him. As 2nd string now, I'd love to see him get some quality play time, hopefully during another rout of ND.
What do you all think about his situation?

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October 27, 2009 3:13 pm
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Who will win this weekend's match between the Trojans and the Ducks?

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October 31, 2009 11:47 pm
The Oregon ducks just handed the USC trojans one major ass kicken.  Its been a long time when a USC team was just man handled and that's what happen tonight.  has the Pac 10 caught up?  USC defensive line looked horrible, Oregons running back weren't being touch till the second and even third levels. Good game Oregon is all i have to say. U deserve it!  this is another example ...(more)
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June 11, 2009 12:26 am
(POLL) If USC would get upseted this year, plus UW and Wazzu, who would they lose to? tOSU will be in Columbus, so it should be good, but if USC loses at Oregon State, they are more likely to lose at Ohio State. And, USC could possibly slip one at home to Stanford or OSU again, and then Pac road games like Oregon and UW.

Well, good luck to you trojans this season. I would like to see you guys
...(more)
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October 28, 2009 4:13 am
Quite honestly these teams seem evenly matched.  This is not the Ducks of yesteryear that took their perfuctory whipping and were cheered on by a dozen homely girls. Todays Ducks come stocked with quality football players and cheerleaders that are actually cute. The times they be a changing. And, now we come to a Halloween showdown at Autzen Stadium.  I don't come here to predict winners ...(more)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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