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Trojans Countdown: No. 50 Nick Figueroa's Cougar Crush
10 Jul
Summary
- USC football season kicks off August 29 against San Jose State.
- Nick Figueroa wore No. 50 for three years before switching to No. 99.
- Figueroa excelled against Washington State, with half his sacks against them.
The USC Trojans are counting down the days to their 2026 football season opener on August 29 against San Jose State at the Coliseum. As the season approaches, a spotlight is being shone on notable players who have worn various numbers throughout the years.
This feature focuses on former defensive lineman Nick Figueroa. Figueroa played for USC from 2019 to 2022. He initially wore the number 50 for his first three seasons before changing to number 99 for his final year. This transition coincided with a career-best performance, where he recorded 26 total tackles and 5.5 sacks.
Figueroa demonstrated a particular effectiveness against the Washington State Cougars, achieving five of his ten career sacks in just two games against them. After graduating from USC with a degree in real estate and completing a master's in finance, Figueroa was not drafted into the NFL. He has since begun a career as an associate at Leonard Green & Partners.
