USC Trojans Prepare for Physical Challenge vs. Wisconsin

USC safety Alex Graham says Trojans must step up run defense against Wisconsin's physical run game.

Oct 22, 2026

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USC Trojans Prepare for Physical Challenge vs. Wisconsin

USC safety Alex Graham says Trojans must step up run defense against Wisconsin's physical run game.

In brief

USC safety Alex Graham says Trojans must step up run defense against Wisconsin's physical run game. USC safety Alex Graham emphasizes the need for improved run support against Wisconsin's high-volume run offense. Originally reported by USC Trojans On SI.

USC Trojans Back on Road

After their Week 7 bye, the No. 16 USC Trojans will face Wisconsin Badgers on Oct. 24.

Stopping Wisconsin’s Run Game

Stopping Wisconsin’s Run Game

Wisconsin runs 53.43% of plays (No. 57 in nation) with 32.8 rushes per game.

Wisconsin Run Game Stats

Wisconsin averages 4.1 yards per carry (No. 76) and 136 yards per game (No. 84).

Wisconsin Runters

Colton Joseph leads with 69 carries for 333 yards and four touchdowns.

Wisconsin Runters

Abu Sama III has 224 yards off 34 touches; Darrion Dupree has 215 yards on 49 carries.

Alex Graham on Team Focus

Graham says the secondary must step up in run support to help front seven.

Alex Graham on Crowd Noise

Trojans use crowd noise simulator to prepare for White Out crowd at Camp Randall.

Alex Graham on Song

House of Pain’s 'Jump Around' blares at practice; Graham enjoys jumping on sideline.

Alex Graham on Song

Graham says he won't get tired of House of Pain’s 'Jump Around' by week's end.

Wisconsin Game Importance

Graham calls Wisconsin game the next step in Trojans' schedule.

Next Game

Trojans face No. 3 Ohio State Buckeyes in Week 9 (Oct. 31).

Quarterback Injury

Starting quarterback Julian Sayin injured; Graham says Trojans take it one week at a time.

Recovery During Bye Week

Graham focused on recovery and film study during USC's bye week.

Graham's Stats

Graham has 15 tackles (8 on defense), 3 tackles for loss, 2 sacks, 1 quarterback hurry.

What to remember

USC safety Alex Graham emphasizes the need for improved run support against Wisconsin's high-volume run offense.

Read the original on USC Trojans On SI

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