The rough start to the USC vs Alabama gameweek only got worse Tuesday morning as the cause of Osa Masina’s suspension for the season opener was revealed.
The backup linebacker is under investigation for sexual assault in Utah alleged to have occurred this summer, a spokesperson confirmed to Joey Kaufman of the LA Daily News.
Head coach Clay Helton announced on Monday night during Trojans Live that the sophomore would not be traveling with the team to face Alabama because of a “violation of team rules.”
Suspended USC LB Osa Masina is under investigation by Cottonwood Heights police in Utah for an alleged sexual assault, a spokesman confirms.