- Full injury report per head coach Clay Helton: G Damien Mama (ankle), DT Stevie Tu'ikolovatu (hip), DT Rasheem Green (knee), S Ykili Ross (stomach bug), C Cole Smith (stomach bug), G Jordan Simmons (knee), CB Isaiah Langley (concussion), S John Plattenburg (concussion), T Chad Wheeler (plantar fasciitis).
- Helton explained that he'd release an official two-deep on Sunday. When asked what factors he's considering in naming his starting QB, Helton stressed "the decision-making, the timing, the accuracy, and then being able to move the ball and put the ball in the end zone."
- According to Helton, all 105 players on the roster are academically eligible this season. Helton thanked USC's Student-Athlete Academic Services team, noting that "they've established not only one of the highest team GPAs, but one of the highest APRs, which will be coming out in the upcoming year."
- The Trojans emphasized their 4-minute offense at practice today. "That's really what we're focusing on all through this camp," Helton said. "Not only fundamentals and techniques, but also teaching situational football -- every situation which might come up in the season."
- Safety Matt Lopes (pictured, #37) stood out with two picks in practice today.
- No players were made available today. The Trojans return to practice tomorrow at 3 p.m.
- Here is Helton's full press conference:
