USC football released its first depth chart ahead of Saturday's 2022 season opener vs. Rice, and we're taking a closer look at each position group.Overall, this USC team is significantly Jalen Smith Jersey deeper and more talented than it has been in recent years, and the Rice game should provide a good indication of who will be seeing heavy playing time for the Trojans this year.Defensively the Trojans were atrocious last season, and Alex Grinch Phoenix Suns Hats was brought in to right the ship. Here's a closer look at Grinch's first depth chart:DEFENSIVE LINEThe Trojans are deep along the defensive line. Auburn transfer Romello Height and former No. 2 ranked high schooler are listed as edge rushers to go along with junior captain Tuli Tuipulotu and veteran playmaker Nick Figueroa as defensive ends.Returning starter Stanley Ta'ufo'ou will rotate at nose Kelly Oubre Jr. Jersey tackle with Brandon Pili. De'jon Benton and Tyrone Taleni will rotate at defensive tackle.LINEBACKERSAlabama transfer Shane Lee is a big addition at outside linebacker for the Trojans. He was also named a captain and will join Eric Gentry, who was a 2021 Freshman All-American, in the front Phoenix Suns Jeresy seven.Scroll to ContinueRalen Goforth will also be in the mix at outside linebacker.SECONDARYThe starting secondary will be made up of cornerbacks and Mekhi Blackmon, a promising transfer from Colorado, as well as safeties Max Williams and .Four-star sophomores Jaylin Smith and Latrell McCutchin will fill out the secondary for nickel packages and should provide solid versatility this season.SPECIAL TEAMSDennis Lynch earned the job kicking field goals, and Alex Stadhaus will handle the kickoffs. Return specialists are not listed Dario Saric Jersey on the depth chart, but junior wide receiver Gary Bryant Jr. can likely be expected to handle some return duties.MORE: