USC, attempting to bounce back from its loss at Washington, is a 45 1/2 -point favorite against Washington State, which last week defeated Southern Methodist in overtime. Times staff writer Gary Klein looks at some of the game's key issues and matchups:
Barkley back
USC Coach Pete Carroll gets what he wanted last week at Washington: Matt Barkley starting again at quarterback.
Barkley said this week that the bone bruise in his right shoulder was still causing pain when he threw passes. He made mostly soft throws during practices, but with only a walkthrough on Friday and a late start tonight, perhaps he will be closer to full strength.read more
