USC quarterback Aaron Corp passes first big test

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USC quarterback Aaron Corp participated in an entire full-speed practice for the first time since suffering a leg injury two weeks ago and looked as if he did not miss a beat.

Corp, a third-year sophomore, wore a brace to protect a cracked left fibula, but he appeared mobile and said he was ready to play in a game. The Trojans open the season on Sept. 5 against San Jose State at the Coliseum.

‘I can do everything right now that playing quarterback at USC needs me to do,’ said Corp, who is battling freshman Matt Barkley for the starting job. ‘I feel good and it’s only going to get better.’

Barkley had two passes intercepted.

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-- Gary Klein