Sophomore defensive end Braylan Shelby remarked, "This new defensive identity is way different, I would say, than in previous years," highlighting the clear evolution and improvement of USC's defense under the new coordinator.
New defensive coordinator D'Anton Lynn, who previously transformed UCLA’s defense, has instilled a similar structure at USC which has led to greater on-field performance, as exemplified by linebacker Mason Cobb’s key plays against LSU.
Lincoln Riley noted, "Some pretty good Big Ten football today" indicating the traditional defensive robustness showcased by USC mirrored that of successful programs in stronger conferences, underlining the significance of their improvements.
The Trojans reduced their rushing yards allowed significantly from last season, permitting only 117 yards against a strong LSU offensive line, demonstrating the effectiveness of their revamped defensive strategy.
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