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FILE - In this Oct. 12, 2019, file photo, Southern California running back Markese Stepp (30) is lifted into the end zone by Alijah Vera-Tucker (75) as Notre Dame safety Alohi Gilman defends during an NCAA college football game in South Bend, Ind. Vera-Tucker has opted back in to the upcoming season, giving an enormous boost to the Trojans' offense. Vera-Tucker announced his decision Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2020, on social media. He opted out in September when the Pac-12 was uncertain about the resumption of its season. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)
USC O-lineman Alijah Vera-Tucker opts back in for season

Oct. 06, 2020 08:48 PM EDT

USC OL Alijah Vera-Tucker opts out to prepare for NFL draft

Sep. 10, 2020 06:24 PM EDT
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Southern California offensive lineman Alijah Vera-Tucker has opted out of the upcoming season to enter the NFL draft. ...

Iowa defensive end A.J. Epenesa, left, is blocked by Southern California offensive tackle Austin Jackson (73) during the first half of the Holiday Bowl NCAA college football game Friday, Dec. 27, 2019, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Orlando Ramirez)
USC offensive lineman Austin Jackson will enter NFL draft

Jan. 15, 2020 09:29 PM EST

FILE - In this Nov. 24, 2018, file photo, Southern California head coach Clay Helton gestures during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Notre Dame, in Los Angeles. Southern California’s bid to secure coach Clay Helton’s future begins with a revamped offense, a refurbished classic stadium and a daunting opponent. When USC returns from its first losing season since 2000 to face Mountain West champion Fresno State on Saturday night, the Trojans know they’ll need a quick turnaround to placate the hungry critics of Helton, who recruited these players and fostered a family culture at the West Coast’s glamour program. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill, File)
USC faces daunting opener in bounce-back season vs Fresno St

By Greg Beacham Aug. 30, 2019 10:29 AM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 10, 2018, file photo, Southern California quarterback JT Daniels (18) throws a pass during the second half of an NCAA college football game against California in Los Angeles. Sophomore J.T. Daniels was resolute he is the best man for the job after retaining his starting job. (AP Photo/Alex Gallardo, File)
USC offensive line ready to 'dominate' for new coordinator

By Dan Greenspan Aug. 28, 2019 05:19 PM EDT

File- This Sept. 29, 2018, file photo shows Southern California offensive lineman Austin Jackson (73) in the first half during an NCAA college football game against Arizona in Tucson, Ariz. Jackson wants to lead Southern California back to the Pac-12 title, but the left tackle already scored a bigger victory when he donated bone marrow to his younger sister, Autumn, last month. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri, File)
USC's Jackson returns to practice after donating bone marrow

By Dan Greenspan Aug. 03, 2019 12:53 PM EDT

Clemson's Carter Groomes answers a question during media day for the NCAA college football playoff championship game Saturday, Jan. 5, 2019, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Walk-ons are obscure backbone of Clemson, Bama powerhouses

By Paul Newberry Jan. 06, 2019 07:14 PM EST

Alabama players participate during media day for the NCAA college football playoff championship game Saturday, Jan. 5, 2019, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)
The Latest: Christian Miller questionable for title game

Jan. 05, 2019 12:57 PM EST

In this Sept. 29, 2018, photo, Nebraska wide receiver Kade Warner (81) stands with teammates during a time out in the second half of an NCAA college football game against Purdue in Lincoln, Neb. Warner, a walk-on redshirt freshman and son of NFL Hall of Famer Kurt Warner, has ascended to the top of the Nebraska depth chart at wide receiver. He was a standout receiver for his high school in Scottsdale, Arizona, but didn't attract much recruiting attention. He chose Nebraska over a scholarship offer from the University of San Diego and preferred walk-on offers from several schools, including Arizona State University, UCLA, Northwestern and Iowa. (AP Photo/Nati Harnik)
USC at Arizona 9/29/2018

Oct. 02, 2018 02:05 PM EDT