Top 30 USC Trojans countdown: The Blindside

by: Erik McKinney07/31/25ErikTMcKinney

USC offensive lineman Elijah Paige blocks a Wisconsin defender during a game between the Trojans and Badgers (acscottphotography/WeAreSC)

USC's starting left tackle comes in at No. 4 on the WeAreSC Top 30 USC Trojans countdown heading into the 2025 season.

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Garry Paskwietz (1966-2019)

Garry Paskwietz was a pioneer in bringing team-specific sports coverage to the internet. He founded WeAreSC in 1998 and was an Emmy winner for his work with Fox Sports West. Always generous with his time, knowledge, and compassion, he touched the lives of countless USC and high school football fans.