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Ed Orgeron has spent 27 years coaching football, but until this spring he had never directed a 5-2 defense. Now he's learning on the fly and loving it.

Story | Conversation | April 24, 2013

Clancy Pendergast's aggressive approach is a marked contrast for former defensive coordinator Monte Kiffin's strategy, which could be a very good thing for USC.

Story | Conversation | March 12, 2013

Junior linebacker Hayes Pullard is looking forward to playing a more aggressive defensive style under new coordinator Clancy Pendergast.

Story | Conversation | March 06, 2013

In looking back at USC's 2012 defense, The Trojans did some good things, but their inability to stop up-tempo spread offense was their downfall.

USC can't afford to look past its Sun Bowl matchup with a Georgia Tech team that runs a unique and difficult triple-option offense.

Matt Barkley unwittingly added another log to the Lane Kiffin fire this week, questioning the coach's play-calling on the Dan Patrick Show.

Story | Conversation | December 09, 2012

A big win over Arizona State, led by the beleaguered defense, has USC feeling good heading into a huge showdown with rival UCLA.

USC's offensive stars in their part in a 38-17 win over Arizona State, but it was the surprisingly dominate play of the defense that really shined.

With USC's defense struggling mightily against the spread offense, it creates an awkward situation for Lane and Monte Kiffin.

Story | Conversation | November 07, 2012

Still reeling from losses to Arizona and Oregon, the USC Trojans must brace for fresh challenges from high-scoring Arizona State and UCLA.

Steve Bisheff writes that USC coach Lane Kiffin needs to spend some time building his defense instead of just focusing on the offense.

Story | Conversation | November 04, 2012

Issues at one cornerback spot have the Trojans considering some radical solutions, including playing star wide receiver Marqise Lee on defense.

Story | Conversation | October 07, 2012

A statistical breakdown of the remaining opponents on USC's schedule.

Story | Conversation | September 25, 2012

USC was counting on better pass defense this season. But because of questions at the cornerback spot opposite Nickell Robey, that hasn't happened yet.

An easy victory gave USC Trojans coach Lane Kiffin a chance to empty the benches early against Hawaii, giving first-year players some valuable experience.

Story | Conversation | September 03, 2012

Sophomore linebacker Hayes Pullard uses competition with his teammates to make the USC defense better.