FULL COVERAGE: USC 24, UCLA 7

The contrast in their exit strategies told the story better than perhaps anything that happened on the Coliseum field Saturday afternoon.

Travis Claridge, a high school and USC football star, achieved his goal of playing in the NFL. But injuries took their toll, as did the painkillers.

He hasn’t played since suffering a collapsed lung at Arizona on Nov. 3, but he led Bruins to a victory over their rival last season. Olson also might play.

USC’s nose guard preserved a 22-21 victory in 1981 by knocking down a field-goal attempt on last play of the game.

USC’s pass-rushing ability is a big concern for Dorrell and his offensive line.

Trojans tight end, an Ohio native, would love to play Buckeyes in the Rose Bowl game.

Sports information directors Tessalone and Dellins have many vivid memories from the intracity series, but most involve what happened before or after the game.

No matter the playing field, the Bruins and Trojans kick up the heat for their crosstown matchups, where the competition can turn into ‘a real zoo.’

Drew Radovich answered almost before the question was asked.

Bruins won last year behind stellar play by the defensive unit, but Booty’s experience and leadership are significant tools for the Trojans.