USC vs. ASU Report Card: Grading the Trojan Defense

Sep 26, 2015; Tempe, AZ, USA; Southern California Trojans cornerback Isaiah Langley celebrates following the game against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Sun Devil Stadium. The Trojans defeated the Sun Devils 42-14. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

The match up between USC vs. ASU looked like a potential shoot-out early, but the Trojan defense tightened up to hold the Sun Devils to a 42-14 final.

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Here’s how each defensive unit graded out against the Sun Devils:

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