Even as USC rolled to a 41-14 victory in a flurry of injuries, Hufanga’s exit is a potentially devastating development for USC’s defense. The Trojans lost earlier this season at Washington when playing without Hufanga, while the sophomore safety was in concussion protocol. Standout freshman defensive end Drake Jackson left in the third quarter and did not return, leaving USC down both of its starting defensive ends. AdvertisementTaylor-Stuart, who had been a game-time decision, returned to the field in the second quarter. Running orderWith leading rusher Vavae Malepeai out for the foreseeable future, it was Stephen Carr who got the first crack as USC’s starting running back.

Source: Los Angeles Times October 20, 2019 05:33 UTC