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Markese Stepp out for USC football against Utah with injury

USC football running back Markese Stepp. (John McGillen via USC Athletics)

USC football running back Markese Stepp is not dressed to play Utah

For the third straight week, USC football will go into a game with a surprise injury absence.

As the Trojans warmed up in preparation for facing Utah, running back Markese Stepp was spotted on the sidelines but not dressed for the outing.

Ryan Young of TrojanSports.com is reporting he has an injury and won’t be playing on Saturday night.

Markese Stepp is one of USC football’s best running backs

Stepp is leading USC in rushing so far this year with 135 yards and two touchdowns on 26 carries.