The Trojans graduate four linebackers – Terris Lewis, William Lloyd, Justin Lucas and Demetrius Cain – this offseason, leaving some room on the depth chart moving forward.
“I’m excited about our Will (outside) linebacker spot with A.J. (Smiley) and Tron Folsom. Both of those guys are redshirt sophomores, long guys, can run,” he said. “We’ve got to really find or develop, either one, a Mike (middle) linebacker. I think that’s going to be critical.”
The Trojans already have some verbal commitments, but as the recruiting dead period – a time when coaches cannot make contact with recruits – terminates Thursday, linebacker registers as one of the few spots Troy coaches will continue to target before National Signing Day on Feb.