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USC among top 10 programs with most NFL-caliber talent

Published Aug. 7, 2015 4:01 p.m. ET

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Well, this shouldn't come as a surprise.

When it comes to programs with a pipeline to the pros, USC is always in the conversation. As a matter of fact, NFL.com's Bucky Brooks ranks the Trojans at No. 7 when it comes to programs with the most NFL-caliber talent heading into the 2015 season.

Safety/linebaker Su'a Cravens, center Max Tuerk, defensive tackle Antwaun Woods, quarterback Cody Kessler, wide receiver JuJu Smith and cornerback/wide receiver Adoree' Jackson are the players in the spotlight. Here's what Brooks had to say about them:

"Steve Sarkisian is determined to get the Trojans back into title contention by relying on an impressive collection of young talent," Brooks writes. "The Trojans boast college football's top two-way player (Jackson) and have another playmaker (Smith) poised to contribute on each side of the ball.

"Kessler is one of the most efficient passers in college football, posting an impressive 39:5 touchdown-to-interception ratio as the director of the Trojans' pro-style attack. Although scouts question his arm strength and range, it is hard to dispute his effectiveness running a system that is ideally suited to the pro game."

(h/t NFL.com)

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