Here’s the grades on the high-scoring affair at the Coliseum.
RESULT: No. 4 USC 42, Oregon State 36
RECORD: 6-1, 3-1.
WEEK 7 GPA: C
QUARTERBACK
Matt Barkley nearly threw four interceptions but came through in clutch.
C-
RUNNING BACKS
Allen Bradford’s four-year wait for meaningful carries finally ends.
B+
WIDE RECEIVERS
Ronald Johnson’s game fit but what about Anthony McCoy?
C+
OFFENSIVE LINE
Barkley never got sacked and Bradford had some huge holes.
B+
DEFENSIVE LINE
Put decent pressure on Sean Canfield but nothing special.
C-
LINEBACKERS
Someone forgot to cover tight end Joe Halahuni (127 yards).
D+
DEFENSIVE BACKS
Probably happy to hear Oregon is a predominantly running team.
D+
SPECIAL TEAMS
Damian Williams’ TD offsets allowing 166 yards in kickoff returns.
C
COACHING
Mid-game adjustments were being made, but on the Oregon State sideline.
D