Vaki is to valuable on defense. Cal is not USC. USC spreads the field and the defensive backfield has more space to cover. He will get worn out on D. Ludwig surprised Cal but USC will be ready.
With Bishop out the first half we need him to play well. Richie is going to get tested early. He can certainly help on offense which we need but I think it’s asking too much of him.
I know Weddle did it. New Mexico is a far cry from USC. Dammed if you do dammed if you don’t. Tough call.