/ STAFF WRITER
While speaking to reporters last week, USC coach Steve Sarkisian said the scholarship count for the 2015 season would be “in the mid-70s.”
I project the number to be 78, with some caveats. Here’s how it breaks down:
* That total of 78 includes sophomore tight end Bryce Dixon, whose status remained the same as of Tuesday: suspended for a student-conduct issue but still on the roster. Whether he’s part of the team come fall remains to be seen.
* The total of 78 also includes three blueshirts who are expected to join the team in training camp: offensive tackle Clayton Johnston, receiver Deontay Burnett and tight end Taylor McNamara.