The last two times USC football has faced off with Colorado, the game has been a tight battle decided by small margins. So it’s no surprise head coach Clay Helton called attention to the importance of critical moments when discussing the upcoming game.
“That’s what this game is going to be about,” Helton said after practice on Wednesday. “Converting on third downs versus a lot of pressure and being able to get off the field defensively.”
Getting off the field will be a challenge with Steven Montez commanding Colorado’s offense. The junior quarterback is completing 75 percent of his passes, but Helton took the time to highlight to his team just how much he’s done to extend plays and drives with more than just his arm.