USC football: School hypes Matt Barkley for Heisman Trophy

 

USC quarterback Matt Barkley is back in the Heisman Trophy discussion.

The junior passed for four touchdowns in USC's 38-35 victory over Oregon on Saturday and has passed for 33 touchdowns, with seven interceptions, this season.

On Monday, USC released this video, hyping Barkley for the Heisman, which is awarded annually to the  outstanding player in college football.

Former USC quarterbacks Carson Palmer and Matt Leinart won the Heisman in 2002 and 2004.

More later at latimes.com/sports.

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