USC’s George Farmer patiently works and waits for deep ball opportunity

While USC Coach Steve Sarkisian and offensive coordinator Clay Helton continue to emphasize the need for “explosive” plays, receiver George Farmer continues to work for opportunities to stretch the field.

Farmer, one of the Trojans’ fastest players, did not catch a pass against Arizona.

Asked Tuesday whether he was frustrated, Farmer said no.

“I just have to be prepared when my number’s called,” the junior said.

Farmer said all Trojans receivers were “perfect candidates” for long passes.

“We all have a bunch of speed, we all possess different talents,” Farmer said, adding, “I’m pretty sure they have faith in all of us.”

Nelson Agholor caught seven passes, JuJu Smith four and Darreus Rogers two against Arizona.

Sarkisian said Farmer was “in the mix” for explosive plays.

“We called a couple shots for him the other night — the coverage didn’t give us exactly what we were looking for him to make the play down the field,” Sarkisian said.