An eagle-eyed reader sent this photo today of what appears to be former USC president Max Nikias and a security guard. At least now we know where Nikias is. Does he need security? Maybe. USC has a team of security guards at football practices that are closed to the public so it’s sort of standard procedure now. Continue reading USC Picture Of The Day
Former USC defensive tackle Jurrell Casey is a three-time Pro Bowl selection with the Tennessee Titans. Casey told CNN he would risk being fined and protest during the national anthem at NFL games this season. “I’m going to take a fine this year, why not?” the three-time Pro-Bowler told CNN. “I’m going to protest during the flag. That’s what I’m going to say now.” The new … Continue reading Ex-USC Defensive Lineman Jurrell Casey Vows To Protest National Anthem
USC tailback Stephen Carr made the watch list for the Doak Walker Award, which goes to the nation’s top running back. So did Stanford’s Bryce Love, who won the award last season. The complete list of candidates is below: Cam Akers (So.), Florida State Darius Anderson (Jr.), TCU Rodney Anderson (Jr.), Oklahoma Ryquell Armstead (Sr.), Temple Alex Barnes (Jr.), Kansas State LeVante Bellamy (Jr.), Western … Continue reading USC Tailback Stephen Carr Makes Doak Walker Watch List
Here’s a beautiful color photo of the 1974 USC-Pittsburgh game. It features Pitt’s Tony Dorsett, one of the greatest tailbacks in football history. The USC players are nose guard Larry Nunnally (93), linebacker Mario Celotto and either defensive tackle Art Riley (70) or defensive tackle Gary Jeter (79). The Trojans were ranked No. 18. Pitt was No. 8. USC won, 16-7, even though QB Pat Haden … Continue reading USC Picture Of The Day
USC provost Michael Quick, who is acting president since the departure of Max Nikias, said the university has created a sexual harassment task force comprised of faculty, staff and students. Quick said the task forced was formed as a response to a National Academics’ report on sexual harrassment in certain academic fields. Quick remains a controversial figure because some view him as too close to Nikias … Continue reading USC Afternoon Notes
I admit it would not have surprised me if JT Daniels were on the Davey O’Brien watch list. The fact nominees were required to start at least one game last season would not be enough to derail the hype for the Mater Dei QB. Since it is just a watch list, Daniels still has a shot to win the award, right? Anyways, here are the … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: It’s Davey O’Brien Watch List Day
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