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Analyzing seven crucial plays in USC football’s victory over Fresno State

The theme of USC football’s win over Fresno State on Saturday is exemplified by the Trojans’ opening possession: hope, followed by despair, yet resulting in victory.

Overall, the Trojans’ first outing provided us with some excellent insight into what the team will look like both offensively and defensively in 2019.

Let’s take a look at some of the key plays from the 31-23 victory…

An (almost) perfect post to Pittman

When Velus Jones Jr. returned the opening kick of the 2019 season to the Fresno State 26-yard line, it appeared that Clay Helton may have had the Trojans prepared for the season.