Gary Patterson seeks defensive adjustments for success at USC
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 2:38 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Gary Patterson, now at USC, must adapt his approach to defense to confront the challenges posed by Big Ten opponents. Known for his innovative strategies that emphasized speed during his tenure at TCU, Patterson faces the task of instilling a more physical style at USC to compete in the trenches. His success in maximizing defensive speed brought TCU to significant heights, but the current USC team needs to focus on power and physicality. As the season progresses, the effectiveness of Patterson's adjustments will be closely observed.
- •Gary Patterson is now the defensive coordinator at USC.
- •He previously led TCU to major successes with a speed-focused defense.
- •USC must focus on physical play to compete in the Big Ten.
- •Patterson's strategies will be evaluated throughout the season.
- 2:38 PMYahoo Sports — Gary Patterson must change the way he adjusts to succeed at USC
"Gary Patterson was a genius at maximizing the impact of speed on defense at TCU. He has to do something different at USC
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