Fall Camp Chronicles: USC Football Edition

Cravens In For The Long Haul

Su'a Cravens is embracing the opportunity to play a hybrid role on defense, spending time during Fall Camp practicing at both safety and outside linebacker.

Injuries and Player Rehab Piling Up

Injuries are starting to pile up for USC football after Damien Mama, J.R. Tavai and Justin Davis each left practice with ankle injuries.

The Injury That Never Was

A poor snap and a fumble nearly cost USC starting quarterback Cody Kessler when Greg Townsend Jr. rolled up Kessler's left leg trying to recover the ball.

Allen Keeping The Team First

USC's top tailback wants to keep pounding the rock, but does not fear the risks of possibly getting injured on an assortment of special team squads.

Bowman Building Up His Mental Reps

As one of the oldest players on the roster, Gerald Bowman has a wealth of experience he's willing to spread with many of the younger players. Entering his final season, Bowman wants to be a leader both on and off the gridiron.

Five Takeaways From USC's Scrimmage

The Trojans took the field with excitement, energy and good rhythm throughout the night. While some of the reps were sloppy, the constant development of USC's depth was quite promising.

Coliseum Scrimmage Notebook

The Trojans wrapped up their first fully-padded scrimmage. The offense was able to methodically move the ball in the running game, but give USC's defensive backs some credit for keeping the ball out of wideouts hands for most of the night.

Backs Asked To Catch The Rock

USC tailback Tre Madden continues to work hard in Fall Camp working his way back from injury. Check out our profile on the redshirt junior tailback prime for a big pass-catching campaign.

Sark Keeping Track of Time

Steve Sarkisian is always keeping track of the tempo during Fall Camp practice. Notes and tidbits from Wednesday's USC Trojans football practice.

Trojans Building Contingency Plans

Given limited numbers, Trojans' coaching staff prepares for the worst.

Meet The USC Freshmen Class

Powell Up To The Challenge

The sophomore OLB will be expected to step up and play right away.

Offense Not Up To Top Speed

Coach Sarkisian noticed a lack of energy from his offense.

Projected Starter Jabari Ruffin Out For The Year

The projected starter becomes first big injury-related loss of Fall Camp.

Soma Vainuku Lives and Breathes Versatility

The Trojans fullback, special teams ace wants even more this season.

Ice Bucket Challenge

Great way to raise funds and awareness for ALS research.

Five Notes From The First Five Practices

Having some time off here and there never hurt anybody.

USC Defense Loses Key Piece in the Middle

USC nose tackle Antwaun Woods will miss 1-2 weeks after sustaining a left elbow injury. Who will fill the void?

Zach Banner Improving Rep After Rep

Now playing one sport, Zach Banner's focus is at an all-time high.

Practice 5 Put Pride on the Line

USC football took the field for 25 fully-padded scrimmage reps during the final practice of the coaching staff's initial evaluation period.

USC Wants to Be Fastest Team in The Pac-12

Speed kills in college football and USC has plenty to go around.

Day Four Report: Learning How To Practice

Check out these great practice photos from Shotgun Spratling.

Special Teams Discovering Something Special

The coaching staff holds high hopes for its special teams.

Practice Three Report: Fatigue Kicking In

Another long practice on a sunny Wednesday afternoon.

USC Roster Updates