USC Might Not Have 2019 First-Round Pick But Does It Matter?

USC had a lot of players decide to return for their senior seasons, whether because of injury (Porter Gustin) or subpar seasons (Iman Marshall, Chuma Edoga) or not being projected where they wanted to be drafted (Cameron Smith, Marvell Tell). Tight end Daniel Imatorbhebhe could fall into two categories (injury, subpar season). But in this 2019 mock draft from Bleacher Report, USC does not have anyone … Continue reading USC Might Not Have 2019 First-Round Pick But Does It Matter?

Clay Helton Predicts Success For Deontay Burnett

USC coach Clay Helton said this morning he was bullish on wide receiver Deontay Burnett’s NFL future despite not getting drafted. “I think the Tennessee Titans really stole a young man,” Helton said. “He’s going to bring great football instinctiveness to the table, as well as great production.” Helton said he could have a similar career to former USC cornerback Nickell Robey-Coleman, who went undrafted … Continue reading Clay Helton Predicts Success For Deontay Burnett

Sunday Buzz: Don’t Fall Prey To Excuses Regarding USC’s Talent

This will bother some people, but the fact USC did not have any players drafted yesterday does not mean it excused underachievement last season. Example: Center Nico Falah did not get drafted. Response: Then why did he start last year? Toa Lobendahn was the better center. USC could have started someone else at left tackle so Lobendahn could play center. Yes, left tackle is more … Continue reading Sunday Buzz: Don’t Fall Prey To Excuses Regarding USC’s Talent