Kamari Ramsey, Bear Alexander, and Jonah Monheim are three crucial players USC cannot afford to lose in the 2024 season.
Football is a game where injuries can make or break a season, and USC was reminded of that in 2023. As the Trojans head into 2024, they hope for better injury luck, knowing that even a single missed game by a key player can be significant. Depth is essential, but at certain positions, USC needs its top players to remain healthy.
2. Kamari Ramsey (Safety):
UCLA transfer Kamari Ramsey is expected to lead the Trojans’ secondary this season. With Max Williams and Calen Bullock gone, Ramsey’s experience is invaluable. Having worked under new defensive coordinator D’Anton Lynn last year, he is familiar with the system, making him a crucial piece. If Ramsey were to get injured, it would leave a young and inexperienced secondary vulnerable.
3. Bear Alexander (Defensive Tackle):
After considering a transfer, Bear Alexander stayed at USC, and he must now anchor the defensive line. Stopping the run is a priority in the Big Ten, and Alexander is central to improving a defense that struggled in 2023. Without him, USC’s defense would be significantly weakened, as depth behind him is lacking in proven talent.
3. Jonah Monheim (Offensive Lineman):
Monheim, USC’s best offensive lineman, has moved to center, a critical position for an improved offensive line. In the Big Ten, facing tougher defensive lines, Monheim’s presence is vital. Losing him would severely disrupt an already uncertain offensive line unit, which USC cannot afford in 2024.
