USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley has decided to wait to give any injury updates until the team releases their injury report just ahead of kickoff. So nothing is going to be confirmed for a few more hours.
That being said, star wide receiver Ja’Kobi Lane got a little banged up at the end of the Purdue game, and some rumors were circulating that he was limited in practice this week.
We will confirm once the report is released in a few hours, but there is a good chance that Lane does not suit up for this one. While no game is a gimme, if Lane is 50/50, with the depth that the Trojans have at receiver, it might be best anyway to hold him out to get fully healthy for the Illinois game next week.
USC Trojans Wide Receiver Depth
Makai Lemon has been the volume receiver for Jayden Maiava, but if Lane is unable to go, expect a much bigger role for WR3 and true freshman Tanook Hines. He made a fantastic catch last week and almost hauled in a one-handed touchdown grab that was broken up at the last second. I expect him to get his first collegiate touchdown this week.
Coach Riley did say during the week that WR Zacharyus Williams was still likely going to be out another week or two.
Prince Strachan missed the last two weeks after getting injured against Missouri State in Week 1. He has been trending to play this week, but again, we will know for sure in a few hours.
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In terms of depth, veterans Jay Fair and Jaden Richardson could certainly get more reps, and true freshman Corey Simms could get some more regular-season action.
Redshirt freshman DJ Jordan is another very talented receiver who I would love to see get more reps. Tonight has the potential to be a big opportunity for him.
We have also seen the tight ends much more involved this season, so even if Lane does play, Lake McRee and Walker Lyons should see their target share grow for some easy completions.
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