Assessing USC's Transfer Portal Needs on Defense

ErikTMcKinney

USC Trojans linebacker Shane Lee (53) tackles Notre Dame Fighting Irish running back Audric Estime (7) during Notre Dame Fighting Irish game versus USC Trojans on November 26, 2022, at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone — USC Trojans linebacker Shane Lee (53) tackles Notre Dame Fighting Irish running back Audric Estime (7) during Notre Dame Fighting Irish game versus USC Trojans on November 26, 2022 (Photo by Jevone Moore/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

The needs on defense this offseason far outweigh the needs on offense. USC is going to lose some major contributors and standouts from this defense. The Trojan coaches can't just add bodies on this side of the ball. They need playmakers and some real impact. Here's a look at where USC's transfer portal needs reside on defense.

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