YAY Or NAY: USC Has A Championship Defense.

USC spring football practice at Howard Jones/Brian Kennedy Fields — LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 28: USC defensive coordinator Alex Grinch at spring football practice at Howard Jones/Brian Kennedy Fields on the Campus of The University of Southern California on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 in Los Angeles, CA. (Gary Coronado / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)

The Trojans are heading into the second season of of the Lincoln Riley era following an 11-win campaign. USC barely missed making the playoffs for the first time when injuries and a lack of depth caught up as the season wore on. Now with Caleb Williams and Co. returning with more experience and more defensive transfers, USC has the pieces necessary to finish strong.

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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.