(Artie Walker Jr. / Associated Press)
For the second straight year, USC seems to have found its lead back in the transfer portal.
Austin Jones might have something to say about that, but Lloyd arrives at USC with pedigree as a starting back in the SEC. Last season at South Carolina, he racked up 749 total yards and 11 touchdowns in nine games, proving himself as the kind of all-purpose threat Riley demands in his offense.
On a per-play basis, Jones’ 6.1-yard rushing average last season was more efficient. But he also struggled mightily in pass protection, while Lloyd is a bowling ball of a back, with about 20 extra pounds on his counterpart. Both should have significant roles, but how the hierarchy plays out will be a point of intrigue heading into the season.