There are few teams that can lose 10 players in the NFL draft and come back just months later and say they are going to be even better, but that is exactly what USC coach Pete Carroll is saying.

And he is probably going to be right.

The Trojans are the odds-on favorite to claim the 2008 season national championship even though 10 of their top players were taken by the NFL. Returning are a slew of tailbacks still, a powerful front line and a defense that could be even better than last season.

"The defense can be very solid for us. We expect them to play fast and aggressive," Carroll said. "They play with a lot of energy and are a very physical group. We feel they are experienced.

The Peristyle Podcast (Rivals.com)
Wed, 30 Apr 2008 15:39:00 PDT- Episode 12: Coach Harvey Hyde talks about the incredible run of Trojan players taken early in the NFL Draft.

Trojans in the draft: What does it mean? (Rivals.com)
Mon, 28 Apr 2008 09:40:00 PDT- A national-best ten Trojans were selected in the 2008 NFL Draft, including four in the first round and seven on...

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Busy Time for Mammoth MSU Prospect
Fri, 09 May 2008 13:18:12 GMT-Michigan State is recruiting with the likes of Ohio State, USC, and the Florida powerhouses for 5-star OT Marcus Hall. Click through to find out which MSU coach is keeping the Spartans at the front of Hall's mind and what his current top-5 is.

In-State Defensive End Plans to Camp at AU
Fri, 09 May 2008 03:16:27 GMT-Gabriel Mass, a class of 2009 football prospect, updates recruiting and his summer plans.

Craig Roh: New Pac 10 Offer
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Highlights from Arizona 4A State Track Meet
Thu, 08 May 2008 19:16:28 GMT-Many of the Grand Canyon State's top football prospects competed at the 4A state track meet yesterday. Scout.com brings you highlights of the 100 meters including footage of Kharyee Marshall, Jamal Miles, Patrick Foley and Shane McCullen

AIGA Combine Standouts
Thu, 08 May 2008 17:18:12 GMT-The AIGA California Combine featured talented players from across the West Coast this weekend highlighted by the standout performances of Anthony Anderson, Talai Livai and Dasmen Stewart. Scout.com was there and lets you know what players elevated their stock...