FanDuel came out with its over/under totals and USC is listed at 6.5. That’s quite a number. Remember, BetOnline.ag had USC at 8.5 and then quickly lowered it to 7.5. Below are the numbers from FanDuel for Pac-12 schools: 9.5 Washington 9.0 Oregon 9.0 Utah 8.5 Washington State 7.5 Arizona State 7.0 Arizona 6.5 Stanford 6.5 USC 6.0 Cal 5.5 UCLA 4.5 Colorado 2.5 Oregon … Continue reading FanDuel Does Not Expect A Big Turnaround

Jeffrey Persi, an offensive tackle from JSerra, committed to Michigan yesterday. USC was among 27 schools that offered Persi. I’m mentioning because he is a four-star prospect. Not one of the two-or-three stars that committed to USC in the past 10 days. The homers won’t talk about this, of course. They would rather pat Clay Helton and Tim Drevno on the back for bringing commitments … Continue reading USC Afternoon Notes: Recruiting And Great Safeties Cont.

USC always kicks off the season for the fans with the Salute to Troy barbecue at Cromwell Field. But not this year. The event has been canceled. Why? Well, who actually wants to go? Last year’s event was the smallest in memory. Why does it matter? For one reason only: Now the 1969 and 1994 USC teams do not have a venue to be honored. … Continue reading USC Cancels Salute To Troy

Lynn Swann won’t win any popularity contests with USC fans. Or rank-and-file athletic dept. employees. The word is Swann got rid of former USC coach John Robinson, who has been a goodwill ambassador of sorts, hosting events and appearing at booster clubs working with the athletic development staff. Not only did USC let Robinson go, sources said he was told he would have to pay … Continue reading Morning Buzz: USC Gets Rid Of Familiar Faces