USC coach Pete Carroll apparently has landed the next Reggie Bush.
The New Orleans Times-Picayune reported Wednesday on its web site that Joe McKnight, the country's No. 2 recruit, signed a letter of intent with USC.
According to the report, McKnight announced his decision Wednesday morning during a ceremony at John Curtis Christian High School. The speedy 6-1 running back reportedly chose USC over Louisiana State and Ole Miss.
USC has not yet confirmed the report. The Trojans officially will unveil their 2007 recruiting class at 7 p.m. EST on Wednesday.
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