One of the biggest surprises this season for the USC Trojans has been the emergence of the newcomers along the defensive line. Both Morgan Breslin and Leonard Williams have stepped up into huge roles to provide a great pass rush. With the recruiting class currently full of verbal commits, five along the defensive line, the future looks bright with the front four.

The USC Trojans are looking to capitalize on a fresh start coming into the 2012 NCAA college football season. Southern Cal returns two potential Heisman Trophy candidates as they enter into the first year of the post-sanction era. Led by Head Coach Lane Kiffin, USC is looking to shake off the rust of not being able to compete in BCS post-season play for the past two consecutive seasons. The Trojans have a lot to be thankful for in 2012.