UCLA vs. LSU takeaways: Was not getting mauled by Tigers a sign of progress?
His jersey smudged with grass and even a hint of purple from the LSU defenders who kept smashing into him, Ethan Garbers never wavered under…
UCLA vs. LSU four things to watch: Ethan Garbers must get going
UCLA coach DeShaun Foster stands on the sideline during a loss to Indiana on Sept. 14. (Mark J. Terrill / Associated Press) Foster said his…
DeShaun Foster wants UCLA to use Indiana loss as motivation vs. LSU
Embrace the hurt. Sit with the discomfort. Marinate in the misery.That was the essence of UCLA coach DeShaun Foster’s message to his team after the…
Lincoln Riley can start CFP dreaming now that USC has a defense
LAS VEGAS — Who were these players, and what did they do with USC’s defense?They were physical.They made open-field tackles.They kept their team in the game…
QB Miller Moss part of dispute that triggered USC investigation
A dispute between USC star quarterback Miller Moss and his former roommate and fellow Trojan quarterback Mo Hasan escalated to the point that the university…
D’Anon Lynn finding ways to unlock USC’s defensive potential
LAS VEGAS — D’Anton Lynn walked along the perimeter of Allegiant Stadium hours before his anticipated USC debut, headphones on, shutting out the noise around him…
The Sports Report: USC gets big season-opening win against LSU
Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. Let’s get right to the news. Newsletter Go beyond the scoreboard Get the latest on L.A.'s teams in the…
Photos: USC’s thrilling win over LSU in Las Vegas
LSU Tigers defensive tackle Jay’viar Suggs (31) and USC Trojans offensive lineman Elijah Paige (72) reach for a muffed lateral during second-half action in the…
USC makes a big opening statement with thrilling victory over LSU
LAS VEGAS — Fatigue was setting in. Faith, ever fragile, was wavering. USC’s revamped defense had held mostly tough. Its new starting quarterback looked mostly comfortable.…
Similar USC and LSU college football lineups face off Sunday
The two teams stared at each other from across the East Room of the White House, each waiting for its photo op, each convinced it…
USC out to prove its defense can win a ‘fistfight’ vs. LSU
Confidence was radiating from Will Campbell as Louisiana State’s towering left tackle and future first-round pick leaned back comfortably in his chair this week, declaring…
Letters to sports: The Times must stop offensive commentary
As a Bruins fan and season-ticket holder for UCLA women’s basketball for more than 25 years, I’d like to thank staff writer Ben Bolch for…
UCLA women falter at the finish in NCAA tournament loss to LSU
ALBANY, N.Y. — The stage was set for UCLA’s big March breakthrough. There was a late lead against the defending national champions. Shots were finally falling…
UCLA vs. LSU is America’s sweethearts vs. its basketball villains
ALBANY, N.Y. — This isn’t just a basketball game, it’s a reckoning. Picking sides goes well beyond school allegiance. Do you prefer America’s sweethearts or its…