That represents the number of pass breakups by the Trojans this season, tops in the nation. But there’s a problem. USC hasn’t turned any into interceptions. Top-10 teams Alabama and Stanford, for instance, have 28 pass breakups but also have seven and five interceptions, respectively.
“We’re not going to think about the negative parts about it,” said Griffin, a true freshman cornerback who is expected to get more playing time Saturday at Arizona. “We know we are getting our hands on the ball. Now we just need to execute and make plays.”
The Trojans have forced only two turnovers, one on the first defensive play of the season when Isaiah Pola-Mao popped the ball loose against Nevada Las Vegas and Porter Gustin recovered it.