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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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That left Longstreet with a choice: Spend another season on the sideline or search for opportunity elsewhere.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2026

When Husan Longstreet arrived at USC a year ago, the expectation was the five-star freshman would be the Trojans’ future at quarterback.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2026

With Longstreet gone, expect USC to pursue a veteran passer in the transfer portal to fill the No. 3 spot on its depth chart, similar to how Sam Huard did last season.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2026

What’s not clear is how much he’ll play, with freshman Husan Longstreet waiting in the wings and USC still hoping he’ll settle for another season sitting behind Maiava.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 29, 2025

It was reassuring just to look at him, riding slowly forward into the sunlight on the black Irish stallion: Dutch Longstreet, old Pete.

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