Transfer Shane Lee making an impact as a veteran leader

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On3 image — INDIANAPOLIS, IN - JANUARY 10: Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Shane Lee (35) rushes on defense during the CFP National Championship college football game against the Georgia Bulldogs on Jan. 10, 2022 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Inside linebacker Shane Lee was one of 13 transfer portal USC announced as part of its 2022 recruiting class on Wednesday. Quarterback Caleb Williams was the headliner, and there won't be a more important addition this offseason than the former Oklahoma signal caller. But Lee might be that guy on the defensive side of the ball.

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