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Linebacker Scott Felix ready for start against Washington State

USC linebacker Scott Felix sits alone on the Trojans' sideline following a 24-21 loss at Utah on Oct. 25.
USC linebacker Scott Felix sits alone on the Trojans’ sideline following a 24-21 loss at Utah on Oct. 25.
(Robert Gauthier / Los Angeles Times)
By Gary Klein
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USC linebacker Scott Felix will start in place of the injured J.R. Tavai on Saturday against Washington State.

Felix, a third-year sophomore from Norco, made a team-best nine tackles, including 1 1/2 for losses, last week against Utah.

He could not savor the performance because Utah drove for a game-winning touchdown in the final two minutes.

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“The last drive messed things up and left a sour taste,” he said.

Coach Steve Sarkisian said Felix has been “impactful” but that he wants him to be mindful of penalties and positioning when rushing the quarterback.

“I have to be able to focus on getting better and going out and doing my part,” Felix said.

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Gary Klein

Gary Klein covers the Los Angeles Rams for the Los Angeles Times. Before that, he covered USC’s football program and athletic department. He began working for The Times in the San Fernando Valley edition and has reported on high school, college and pro sports. He grew up in Southern California and graduated from Cal State Northridge.

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