Wednesday’s practice was relatively free of major developments–save for the news that LB Brian Cushing (ankle) would not start against the Cornhuskers. Some notes:

• Although Cushing still predicts that he will play against Nebraska, he was unable to practice yet again today and a decision on him will not be made until Saturday. Junior Clay Matthews will start in his place either way.
• Wideout Patrick Turner (neck/shoulder), still working his way back from an injury, looked impressive during drills (his first contact drills since being injured) and seems to be on track to be a factor in Saturday’s game.
• RB Chauncey Washington (shoulder) also returned to contact on Wednesday for the first time since his injury. Although he’ll play on Saturday, CJ Gable will remain the starter for now.
• Although RB Allen Bradford acknowledged Tuesday that his knee had been hurting for over a week, he was able to practice on Wednesday.
• Freshman RB Broderick Green is a long way from returning to practice, but he was able to walk without crutches on Wednesday for the first time since surgery.
• Pete Carroll once again indicated that he may give freshmen Ronald Johnson and/or Joe McKnight a shot at some punt returns, although he said the same thing before the Idaho game and it never happened (with Desmond Reed fielding every punt).

The Trojans will hold a short early-afternoon practice on Thursday, and then head to the airport to board a flight for Nebraska.

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Quoting Carroll - Wednesday Practice (Scout)
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Washington is expected to play against Nebraska (LA Times)