USC’s Prevent Defense Is Preventing Wins
Is playing prevent defense the whole game Larry Smith’s idea of an attacking defense? Is giving up consistent 30- or 40-yard punt or kickoff returns his idea of solid special teams? Is having a bunch of zombies show up for a crucial Pac-10 game his idea of motivation?
R. WAYNE ESTES
Oxnard
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