USC’s practices at Coliseum have been ‘very meaningful’

LOS ANGELES — The Spirit of Troy marching band, though inside Howard Jones practice field, could be heard across campus.

“We have the best band in the universe,” cornerback Braylon Conley said.

Wednesday marked 10 days until USC football’s home opener against Missouri State and the final practice of fall training camp that was partially available to the media. The band performance provides a game day feel, and the off-site practices add to the anticipation for the players.

USC has held multiple practices off campus during fall training camp, which could prove beneficial to the team.

“(It’s important) just to see the stadium, to know what stretch is going to be like,” defensive coordinator D’Anton Lynn told reporters after practice on Wednesday.

“To get that feel, so you’re not in that