Thursday, August 09, 2007

It's a lesson as tempers flare at practice - LA Times
Like each of the 10 tailbacks vying for playing time in USC's overcrowded backfield, Stafon Johnson longs for spotlight opportunities.

The sophomore got two for different reasons Wednesday during a spirited and aggressive workout...

Johnson, the former Dorsey High star, took a handoff and ran over cornerback Vincent Joseph, drawing cheers from teammates and observers along the sideline. However, as the play continued, safety Will Harris wrapped up Johnson and added a few choice words as well, inciting Johnson to throw the ball at the defender.

Coach Pete Carroll immediately got into the running back's face, then halted practice for an expletive-laced speech to the team about avoiding unsportsmanlike-conduct penalties...

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