USC FOOTBALL NOTEBOOK: UNITY AMONG OFFENSE.Byline: SCOTT WOLF Scott Richard Wolf (born June 4, 1968) is an American actor. Born in Boston, Massachusetts to Steven Wolf and Susan Enowitch, Wolf was raised in West Orange, New Jersey. He graduated in 1986 from West Orange High School. Staff Writer The star power might be down, but there's a new feeling of equality among USC's offensive players that has raised morale following the Trojans' first game. ``Eighteen different people touched the ball against Arkansas,'' wide receiver Chris McFoy Chris McFoy (born August 14, 1983) is an American football wide receiver. Pro Career McFoy was signed as a free agent by the National Football League's Oakland Raiders in April, 2007. said. ``This is unheard of Not heard of; of which there are no tidings. Unknown to fame; obscure. - Glanvill. See also: Unheard Unheard at 'SC. It means everyone gets the ball. I'm excited. We're all excited.'' McFoy said even though USC An abbreviation for U.S. Code. is without marquee players Matt Leinart Matthew Stephen Leinart (born May 11, 1983 in Santa Ana, California) is an American football quarterback (QB) for the Arizona Cardinals of the National Football League. He played college football for the University of Southern California Trojans, leading them to an AP national , Reggie Bush Reginald "Reggie" Bush, birth name: Reginald Alfred Bush II (born March 2, 1985 in San Diego, California), nicknamed 'The Human Highlight Reel' and 'The President', alluding to President Bush, is an American football player who plays for the New Orleans Saints of the NFL. and LenDale White LenDale Anthony White (born December 20, 1984) is an American football running back who plays for the Tennessee Titans. He played for Norm Chow at USC, who is now the Titans' offensive coordinator. His head coach in Tennessee, Jeff Fisher, also played for the USC Trojans. , there is more unity. ``Oh yes, there is a big difference,'' McFoy said. ``The offense is a unit and works together.'' Wrong guy: USC committed three illegal formation penalties against Arkansas and offensive tackle Kyle Williams was cited by the officials, but offensive line coach Pat Ruel said Williams was not at fault. Ruel said offensive guard Chilo Rachal kept lining up a step behind where he was supposed to, forcing Williams to step back. ``After the first time I told Chilo to move up and he did, but for just two plays. The second time it happened I blew a gasket on the sideline,'' Ruel said. ``The third time it was Krakatoa.'' Punt team: There was criticism after the game about Josh Pinkard being on the punt team when he tore knee ligaments and the Trojans holding a large lead over Arkansas. But Pinkard was not the only starter on the punt team on the play Pinkard was hurt. Linebackers Brian Cushing, Rey Maualuga and Dallas Sartz, and safety Kevin Ellison were also in on the play. Jackson finally healthy: Defensive end Lawrence Jackson (strained groin) ran at full speed for the first time and felt no pain. Jackson played against Arkansas but was still not 100 percent. Moves: Cornerback Mozique McCurtis officially moved to safety to add depth following Pinkard's knee injury. Freshman Taylor Mays remains the starter at free safety. Kicker David Buehler is also practicing at safety full-time and only kicking during special-team drills because Troy Van Blarcom is currently the No. 1 kickoff specialist. Another freshman in the mix is safety Garrett Green from Notre Dame High of Sherman Oaks. ``It's not foreign to me because I played it in high school,'' Green said. ``I like the fact I'm getting more reps now in practice.'' scott.wolf@dailynews.com (818) 713-3607 |
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