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University of Southern California Scheme Analysis
Offensive and defensive schemes, concepts, and tendencies for the Trojans football program.
Coaching Staff
Offensive System
Air Raid
Key Traits
pass heavyrpo optionquarterback development
Primary Concepts
- Short Passing
- RPO
- Screen Game
- Vertical Shots
Analysis Notes
Lincoln Riley's Air Raid system. Built around high-volume short passes to WRs and RBs with RPO option. Riley has mentored 3 Heisman winners (Mayfield, Murray, Caleb Williams) plus Jalen Hurts. Jayden Maiava at QB after Miller Moss transferred.
Defensive System
4-3
Key Traits
aggressiveman coverageathletic
Primary Concepts
- Man Coverage
- Pass Rush
- Blitz Packages
Analysis Notes
D'Anton Lynn's aggressive defensive scheme. Focus on athletic playmakers and man coverage.
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Research Sources
Last researched: 12/23/2025