Coming off of a bye week, the USC Trojans are coming into their matchup against Michigan with almost a clean bill of health. Both LB Mason Cobb and CB Jaylin Smith are expected to be a full go.
Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for the Michigan Wolverines.
The Wolverines will be without their top receiver in TE Colston Loveland.
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The 6’5, 245-pound tight end was an All-American last year during Michigan’s title run. So far this season he has 19 receptions, 187 yards, and one touchdown.
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With Alex Orji at QB, it has been assumed that the Michigan offense would rely heavily on the run game. Now with their top receiving threat out, that will be even more evident. However, Loveland is also heavily involved in the run game, so it is a big blow on that front as well.
As stated earlier, USC comes into this game very healthy. Per the team’s injury report, only backup linemen Kilian O’Connor and Michah Banuelos are out.
Kickoff between USC and Michigan is set for 12:40 PM PT.