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Markese Stepp enters transfer portal intending to leave USC football

USc football running back Markese Stepp. (Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports)

USC football’s power running back Markese Stepp is in the transfer portal

USC football’s running back room just took a major hit.

On Monday evening, Markese Stepp put his name in the transfer portal, officially beginning the process of leaving the Trojans.

The news comes courtesy of multiple sources, including Antonio Morales of The Athletic, Ryan Young of TrojansSports.com and Keely Eure of USC Football.com.

Needless to say, it’s pretty clear Stepp is on his way out.

Markese Stepp is planning to leave USC football after a frustrating season

It’s not a huge surprise to see Stepp walk out the door.