... lineman Marcus Martin gave USC his verbal pledge to play football for the Trojans in 2011, he had made a statement that said USC was going to be okay despite the heavy sanctions leveled at them by the NCAA for violations related to Reggie Bush.

Further, I opined that given the timing of Martin's acceptance of USC's offer, Trojan fans owed a debt of gratitude to Marcus Martin for his faith in Lane Kiffin and the institution of USC football.

Now another verbal pledge, this time from a huge (figuratively and literally) 2012 prospect, should have Trojan fans just as obligated to offer their thanks for a prospect that has shown faith in Trojan football.

And while your at it, give a tip of the hat to Armond Armstead for the role he...

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