Here are a few good stories from the last three days...
- The U.S. News and World Report rankings, which has USC ascending to the #23 national university, officially came out. The LA Times documented how the Trojans have topped the Bruins.
- Junior DT Jurrell Casey has overcome adversity to lead the Trojans defensive line. Gary Klein tells the tale.
- Check out the official game story from last night's scrimmage in case you missed the link on the stats post.
- The OC Register hopes Mater Dei product Khaled Holmes will be healthy enough to fulfill his potential.
- The San Jose Mercury News breaks down the "USC Factor" when it comes to scheduling.
- Amy Rodriguez, who led USC to the 2007 women's soccer national championship, is on fire for the Philadelphia Independence of the WPS. She has netted a dozen goals in 20 games.
- Matt Leinart sounds frustrated down in the desert.
The LA Times snapped this great shot of a conquering Trojan.
FYI, the LA Times story says Casey's brother was convicted of murder. His brother isn't dead.