Eli Sanders Joins USC Amid Key Departures

The USC Trojans have bolstered their running back lineup by securing Eli Sanders, a 1,000-yard rusher from New Mexico. Sanders, who previously played at Iowa State, had an impressive season with the Lobos, amassing 1,063 rushing yards and nine touchdowns. He joins USC at a critical time following the NFL draft departure of Woody Marks and transfer of Quinten Joyner and is expected to be a key player in Coach Lincoln Riley's offense. Sanders praised the USC staff and highlighted the family-oriented atmosphere and proximity to his home in Oceanside, California, as factors in his decision to join the Trojans. Meanwhile, No. 3 Iowa State's basketball team is performing well, thanks in part to the successful integration of new transfers like Dishon Jackson and Joshua Jefferson, who have significantly contributed to the team's non-conference success. The Cyclones' strong performance in both offense and defense has been a pleasant surprise under head coach T.J. Otzelberger.