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Lemon's Biletnikoff Bid: USC Star Honors Hero Lee

Makai Lemon, USC Trojans wide receiver, is a finalist for the Biletnikoff Award, following in Marqise Lees footsteps. Lemons impressive season, with 79 receptions for 1156 yards and 11 TDs, mirrors Lees award-winning 2012 performance. Lemons childhood hero, Lee, shared his experience and encouraged Lemon to bring the trophy back to USC. The winner will be announced on December 12th.

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