Takeaways as Missouri State head coach Ryan Beard previews USC Trojans: 'One of the best defenses in the country'

Missouri State Bears head coach Ryan Beard during a game against the Southern Illinois Salukis at Plaster Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024. (Nathan Papes/Springfield News-Leader / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Missouri State head coach Ryan Beard discussed his team and the USC Trojans ahead of Saturday's season opener.

Garry Paskwietz (1966-2019)

Garry Paskwietz was a pioneer in bringing team-specific sports coverage to the internet. He founded WeAreSC in 1998 and was an Emmy winner for his work with Fox Sports West. Always generous with his time, knowledge, and compassion, he touched the lives of countless USC and high school football fans.