USC football morning report

Quote of the day: “He’s unbelievably valuable, and for us moving forward in our conference, recruiting that type of a player is huge.”

--USC Coach Steve Sarkisian on linebacker-safety Su’a Cravens

USC has an open date on Saturday and will not practice before then.

The Trojans improved to 6-3 overall and 5-2 in the Pac-12 Conference after a 44-17 victory Saturday at Washington State.

USC plays California on Nov. 13, a Thursday night game.

California defeated Oregon State, 45-31, on Saturday in Corvallis, Ore.

The Bears (5-4, 3-4) also have an open date Saturday.

In The Times:

• Mark Sanchez is ready to take over Philadelphia’s fast-paced offense
• Did you watch USC Now: Trojans debate?
• Saturday’s college football television schedule
• Top high school games of the week

Around the Web:

• Information from USC about the Thursday night game
• Washington dismisses star cornerback from team
• Chris Petersen and Steve Sarkisian -- comparing discipline

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