Head coach Clay Helton updated USC’s injury situation on Tuesday, noting half a dozen banged up players, though the Trojans shouldn’t be light too many come the weekend.
“A lot of bumps and bruises right now but that’s what you expect when you’re hitting Game 11, ” Helton said after practice. “Hopefully we can get a little bit healthier as we go through the week.”
Chief among those bumped and bruised is defensive lineman Josh Fatu. The junior college transfer sprained his ankle against Washington and was held out of action on Tuesday. Helton indicated he will remain out on Wednesday as well, calling his status for Saturday “50-50 at best.