Will USC's Receiving Unit Suffer Without Bru McCoy?

Alongside London, USC returns with a few new additions out of the NCAA transfer portal in Colorado's K.D. Nixon and Memphis' Tahj Washington. Both players have experience in the college arena, and are gifted athletes. The Trojans are also expected to get back Kyle Ford this season, who didn't play in 2020 due to injury. Ford was the No. 4 overall player in the state of California as a high school recruit. Sophomore Gary Bryant Jr. also returns for year two with the Trojans and contributed a significant amount as a freshman on special teams. He appeared in five games and led USC with eight kickoff returns for 210 yards. He also tallied seven receptions for 51 yards.

To add, there are plenty of eager freshman like Kyron-Ware Hudson and Michael Jackson III who will work tirelessly through fall camp to prove themselves ahead of the 2021 season. Jackson III enrolled early at USC last spring, and showed some bright moments during the Trojans Spring Showcase at the Coliseum. 

Of course having McCoy back as one of quarterback Kedon Slovis' main targets would be optimal for USC's depth this season. McCoy is tremendously athletic and embodies good ball security which is key for a wide receiver. However, if he is unable to participate and join the Trojans this year, USC certainly has some solid options to fill his place if needed.

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