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USC football: Cornerback Torin Harris praised by Clancy Pendergast

USC cornerback Torin Harris is congratulated by teammate Josh Shaw after intercepting a pass by Washington State quarternback Connor Halliday on Saturday.
(Luis Sinco / Los Angeles Times)
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Though USC lost to Washington State last week, the Trojans defense played well for the second consecutive game--this time with help from cornerback Torin Harris.

Harris, a senior, had been a reserve behind Anthony Brown and Kevon Seymour in the opener against Hawaii, but he earned the start because both suffered injuries.

Harris extinguished a Washington State threat by intercepting a pass in the end zone. He finished with six tackles.

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Defensive coordinator Clancy Pendergast said Harris stepped up after playing inconsistently during spring practice and fall camp.

“That’s the best he’s played,” Pendergast said.

Pendergast said the 6-foot, 190-pound Harris can be even better.

“The intriguing thing about it is the skill set,” Pendergast said. “He’s not tapped out. He’s got a chance to be a really good corner.”

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