USC’s Elijah Newby sees switch from LB to DE as an opportunity

USC’s Elijah Newby sees switch from LB to DE as an opportunity

LOS ANGELES — There are a lot of moving parts and reconfigurations in the sport of football, and it’s no different for USC’s team. The Trojans have been making adjustments and position changes heading into the spring, particularly on the defensive end, to better suit the skills of certain players and their defensive schemes in general. One of the players who switched positions is redshirt freshman Elijah Newby, who moved from linebacker to defen…

C.J. Hicks poised to strengthen Ohio State’s defensive line with transition from linebacker in 2025

When a highly touted prospect comes to Ohio State, it’s not uncommon for their career to follow a prescribed path. Typically, freshmen are expected to show flashes of potential in limited playing time. By the time they enter their sophomore and junior years, however, it’s time for them to consistently produce. But for C.J. Hicks, perhaps a career at Ohio State is not as simple as being a bust or star player. The former five-star recruit — who wa…