Power ranking USC's defensive position groups heading into spring ball

by: Erik McKinney7 hours agoErikTMcKinney

USC Trojans defensive tackle Jahkeem Stewart celebrates following an interception against Iowa (acscottphotography/WeAreSC)

Power ranking the position groups on the defensive side of the ball for the USC Trojans as they prepare to kick off 2026 spring ball.

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