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Dion Bailey - DB - Trojans

USC redshirt junior Dion Bailey is excited to be moving back to S after spending time at OLB.

Despite possessing less than ideal size of a typical player at the position, Bailey lined up at the strong side spot the last two seasons. In fact, it could be argued that Bailey's was one of Monte Kiffin's top defensive players over that stretch of time. "The coaches and I talked about it, and they decided that it was the proper time to make the move, and it’s definitely where I feel comfortable," Bailey said. "It’s like being back home. It’s where I can use my natural abilities, play in open space, make plays on the ball and make open-field tackles. I’m excited to be out there roaming in the back."
Source: ESPN
Jun 9 - 1:35 PM
Steven Mitchell - WR - Trojans

USC true freshman WR Steven Mitchell reportedly suffered a serious knee injury during a team workout.

According to reports, Mitchell injured his right knee when it got caught in field turf during a passing drill. These non-contact situations rarely result in better than expected news. He will be undergoing an MRI soon.
Source: Ryan Abraham on Twitter
Jun 7 - 4:12 PM
Delvon Simmons - DL - Trojans

Former Texas Tech junior DT Delvon Simmons announced he is transferring to USC.

Simmons, a former five star recruit, also visited Miami and was connected to Pittsburgh and Penn State before deciding on USC. The defensive tackle chose UNC out of high school but was released from his scholarship. He started 13 games in 2012 and registered six tackles for loss, including two sacks. Simmons will almost certainly have to redshirt the 2013 season.
Source: Gerard Martinez on Twitter
Jun 5 - 4:09 PM
Marqise Lee - WR - Trojans

Scouts Inc.'s Kevin Weidl believes USC junior WR Marqise Lee is "big time."

Weidl calls Lee a "fluid and flexible route runner with easy acceleration." However, Lee does not come without flaws, and Weidl points out that the receiver needs to get stronger when getting off press and with contested throws. He and Clemson's Sammy Watkins will compete to be the top receiver selected, if both declare.
Source: Kevin Weidl on Twitter
Jun 1 - 10:17 AM
Dion Bailey - DB - Trojans

USC listed redshirt junior Dion Bailey at SS on their spring football two-deep roster.

Bailey's listing does come with an asterisk, as he missed a large portion of spring work while recovering from shoulder surgery. USC notes his "depth chart standing" could not be evaluated due to the injury. However, his listing as a safety could be telling in regards to scheme, as the Trojans have attempted to get faster at linebacker in recent years, with Bailey being a main member of that move.
Source: USC Trojans
May 30 - 8:54 AM
Morgan Breslin - DL - Trojans

USC senior Morgan Breslin is listed as a starting OLB in the Trojans' new hybrid defense.

Breslin played defensive end under Monte Kiffin last season and was the team's most productive edge rusher. He and Devon Kennard will make the switch to a stand up role in some situations. Although the base defense is listed as a 3-4, expect to see multiple 5-2 fronts as well.
Source: USC Trojans
May 30 - 8:48 AM
Delvon Simmons - DL - Trojans

Former Texas Tech junior DT Delvon Simmons will visit Miami this weekend, according to CBS Sports' Bruce Feldman.

Simmons visited USC last week. The former five star recruit started every game in 2012, registering six tackles for loss, including two sacks. Simmons is reportedly interested in two programs close to his him: Penn State and Pittsburgh.
Source: Bruce Feldman on Twitter
May 25 - 12:47 PM
Marqise Lee - WR - Trojans

USC junior WR Marqise Lee recorded a long jump of 24-feet, 1-inch during the NCAA West Regional.

He did not advance to the finals. Lee is an incredible athlete and was recently listed at No. 5 on CBS Sports writer Bruce Feldman's "freak list." He and Sammy Watkins could battle it out for the top receiver ranking, however, both have another season of eligibility remaining after this year.
Source: Scott Wolf on Twitter
May 24 - 10:15 AM
Max Tuerk - C - Trojans

USC has moved sophomore Max Tuerk from LT to C.

"It was a little overwhelming in the beginning," Tuerk revealed, "but the more repetitions and the coaching I've gotten has really helped a lot. His main competition for the starting job is Marcus Martin, who is also listed as the school's left guard. Aundrey Walker is expected to claim the left tackle spot.
Source: ESPN
May 22 - 1:00 PM
Marqise Lee - WR - Trojans

CBS Sports' Bruce Feldman writes "there's a good chance" USC junior WR Marqise Lee will see snaps on defense this season.

There was talk of Lee attempting to convince coaches to allow him to play some cornerback last season. The vertical receiver ranks No. 5 on Feldman's "Freak List." USC receiver coach Tee Martin added "He's gotta be in the top five of the most freakish athletes I've ever been around."
Source: CBS Sports
May 22 - 12:11 PM
Delvon Simmons - DL - Trojans

CBS Sports' Bruce Feldman reports former Texas Tech junior DT Delvon Simmons will visit USC on Sunday.

Simmons is a former five star recruit and started every game in 2012, registering six tackles for loss, including two sacks. The Trojans are fairly young at the position, with future NFL prospects like George Uko and Leonard Williams leading the way, but that won't stop them from potentially adding Simmons to their roster.
Source: Bruce Feldman on Twitter
May 18 - 3:29 PM
Silas Redd - RB - Trojans

ESPN's Mel Kiper ranks USC's Silas Redd as the top senior RB in the 2014 class.

Redd checks in as the fourth running back overall. "Redd isn't what I'd call an explosive runner, but he does a very good job of running through contact and grinding out extra yards," Kiper writes. "He ran a little dinged up toward the end of last season, and should be even better in 2013. When he takes on contact, Redd runs bigger than his listed 200 pounds." We are more worried about his ball security issues.
Source: ESPN
May 16 - 2:19 PM
Xavier Grimble - TE - Trojans

USC redshirt junior TE Xavier Grimble will miss spring activities due to a fractured chest.

The injury was previously identified as a broken rib. Grimble led all Trojans tight ends in receiving last year with 316 yards and five touchdowns. With Robert Woods jumping to the NFL, USC's girth of tight end talent will need to step up.
Source: Lindsey Thiry on Twitter
May 1 - 10:30 AM
Randall Telfer - TE - Trojans

USC junior TE Randall Telfer will likely miss four weeks after undergoing knee surgery to repair a torn meniscus.

Teifer only finished with 100 yards receiving and four touchdowns in 2012, a dip form his 2011 production, but he has plenty of talent and has been talked up by head coach Lane Kiffin. His running mate Xavier Grimble has also missed time this spring.
Source: CollegeFootballTalk on NBC Sports
May 1 - 10:13 AM
Khaled Holmes - C - Trojans

Colts selected USC C Khaled Holmes with the No. 121 overall pick.

Holmes (6-foot-3, 302) was a three-year starter for the Trojans, playing guard as a sophomore and center as a junior and senior. A finesse blocker with rare 35-inch arms for an interior lineman, Holmes managed just 13 bench reps in Indy and must add strength. Once he develops, NFL teams may prefer Holmes at left guard because he struggled snapping the ball at USC. He's a major project because right now he has zero power. The Colts have question marks all over the interior offensive line.
Apr 27 - 1:18 PM

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