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Longstreet

American  
[lawng-street, long-] / ˈlɔŋˌstrit, ˈlɒŋ- /

noun

  1. James, 1821–1904, Confederate general in the U.S. Civil War.


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“As a hometown kid, representing USC was an incredible opportunity I’ll always cherish,” Longstreet said in a statement on social media.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 8, 2026

But after just one season at USC, Longstreet is leaving.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 8, 2026

“He loves USC, the team and players, but no guarantees in life and Husan is a competitor,” Kevin Longstreet told On3’s Greg Biggins.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 8, 2026

In the meantime, Longstreet will continue to watch dutifully as the No. 2 quarterback.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 27, 2025

Longstreet said stubbornly, “Law’s Brigade is still coming up. I must have Law.”

From "The Killer Angels: The Classic Novel of the Civil War" by Michael Shaara

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