More statistics that illustrate USC's significant defensive improvement in 2024

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Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Dante Dowdell (23) is brought down against the Southern California Trojans defense during the first half at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. (Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images)

Advanced stats in SP+ and defensive stop rate illustrate again USC's significant steps forward defensively in 2024.

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