TAMPA, Fla., Both things would be necessary for South Carolina to pull the upset against Michigan in the Outback Bowl. The question is, which one is more important?
USC's defense will have to play an above-average game. The Wolverines passing game is a mess for the most part, with little continuity at quarterback. But the running game has some pieces, and is capable of leaning on folks.
Then comes the question of cracking a Wolverine defense that includes at least 10 blue-chip players, including a pair of five-stars. The group is only giving up 4.5 yards a play, with 39 sacks.