USC reassesses approach during second bye week after upset win

Following a 30-18 upset victory over No. 2 Ohio State, USC Trojans will focus on a more aggressive strategy during their second bye week. Head Coach Lincoln Riley emphasized that the team is healthier and more prepared than following their loss to Wisconsin. Players underlined the importance of maintaining their performance standards, insisting that they will treat this week as just another standard practice week rather than a break. Freshmen players made key contributions in their recent win, with tight end Mark Bowman impressively returning from injury to make significant plays.

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