1.  Although he threw only 11 passes asCade McNown's backup, his athleticism and knowledge of the offense made the difference.

2.  Although his strumming hand was mangled in a factory accident years before, he played a decent rhythm guitar.

3.  Defensive lapses had exposed him to numerous dangerous shots, so perhaps Campbell thought a change of goalies might help his players renew their commitment to defense.

4.  Defensive line coach Bill Kollar, who in 1996 granted Dronett's wish and released him, said the key is that Dronett keeps his center of gravity down.

5.  Defensive lineman Derrick Burgess continues to struggle with tendon problems in his knee.

6.  Defensive lineman Leon Lett will be back next month from his drug suspension.

7.  Defensive lineman Ray Tago of Long Beach Poly High might not be allowed to attend USC because his SAT score is under review.

8.  Defensive Player of the Year: If Robinson is dethroned as MVP, let him have this one, for his ability to be everywhere at once.

9.  Defensive tackle Aaron Williams also missed practice to rest his sore Achilles' tendon.

10.  Defensive tackle and captain Pete Holland will not play because of a disc injury to his lower back.