USC did not run a two-minute drill yesterday because of a shortage of offensive tackles. It’s worth mentioing because starting right tackle Chuma Edoga has had a hip issue during training camp. Edoga’s had injury issues in the past and also an up-and-down relationship with the coaches. So it’s not a total surprise he wasn’t available. But Austin Jackson (ankle) and Clayton Bradley (back), the … Continue reading USC Sunday Buzz

JT Daniels did not dominate Saturday’s USC scrimmage at Howard Jones Field. He completed 7 of 9 passes with no touchdowns as the defensive front seven was the strength of the scrimmage. Jack Sears was 2 for 2 and scored on a 2-yard run. Matt Fink was 3 for 9. Daniels was the starter for the scrimmage, which shows he is going to be the … Continue reading Defense Rebounds In Second USC Scrimmage

USC holds its second scrimmage of training camp. Can JT Daniels throw four TD passes? Meanwhile, USC commit Bryce Young had a tough start in his first game at quarterback for Mater Dei on Friday night against Bishop Amat. Young completed 12 of 20 passes for 108 yards with an interception and no touchdowns. He gained 49 yards in six carries. It’s understandable for a … Continue reading USC Saturday Buzz

Lynn Swann recently spoke with Sports Business Daily. He doesn’t usually say much but here is a quote that I think stood out. “I don’t care if you played, coached, owned a football team, if you’ve been an athletic director and the head coach and you’re now the AD. Your job is not to call the plays. You hire someone to call the plays and let that person … Continue reading USC Quote Of The Day

Clay Helton said this week USC linebacker Porter Gustin works from sunrise to sunset since undergoing knee surgery last week for a torn meniscus. Does anyone wonder if this is part of the problem? Gustin’s known for spending a lot of time in the weight room and working out harder than anyone. But he also played in only four games last season and might miss … Continue reading If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column

UCLA announced a home-and-home series with Auburn for 2027 (Rose Bowl) and 2028 (Jordan-Hare Stadium). This again puts some pressure on USC to upgrade its non-conference schedule. Look at the future USC schedules: 2019: Fresno State, BYU, Notre Dame 2020: Alabama, New Mexico, Notre Dame 2021: BYU, Notre Dame 2022: Rice, Fresno State, Notre Dame 2023: BYU, Notre Dame 2025: Fresno State Meanwhile. UCLA has … Continue reading Let’s Compare Some Future Schedules