Top 30 USC Trojans countdown: A locked in starter on the offensive line

Alani Noa - 1 — USC offensive lineman Alani Noa walks out to a fall camp practice with the Trojans (Erik McKinney/WeAreSC)

A returning offensive lineman lands at No. 11 in the WeAreSC Top 30 countdown of the most important USC Trojans heading into 2025.

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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.