Swanson: Uh-oh, USC really means business

LOS ANGELES – We are so back.

Back in the version of reality where USC is USC.

A signature win followed by a statement win and it’s apparent: This team has what it takes to make some real noise.

So strike up the marching band, Trojans. Pump up the volume, DJ Mal-Ski. USC is coming at you fast.

First the Trojans marched themselves into 2024 and promptly put the nation on notice by dismissing SEC power LSU in a 27-20 Sunday night thriller before a TV audience of more than 9 million.