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USC Football: Remembering LB Anthony Sarao's Impact
4 Jul
Summary
- Anthony Sarao captained USC's 2015 team.
- He amassed 216 tackles and seven sacks.
- Sarao later played in the CFL and joined Bills staff.
As USC gears up for its 2026 football season opener on August 29, a series counting down notable players wearing specific numbers begins. This installment focuses on former linebacker Anthony Sarao, who played for the Trojans from 2011 to 2015.
Sarao redshirted in 2011 and became a key backup in 2012. He secured a starting position midway through the 2013 season, maintaining it throughout his tenure. By 2015, his senior year, Sarao was honored as a team captain.
His collegiate career concluded with an impressive 216 total tackles and seven sacks. Sarao's post-USC journey included a stint with the Indianapolis Colts as an undrafted free agent and a brief professional career in the Canadian Football League during 2017 and 2018.
Currently, Sarao contributes to the Buffalo Bills, working within their strength and conditioning department. This remembrance is part of a series highlighting significant Trojan players as the season approaches.
