Who Wants To Be USC Recruiting Coordinator?

Who is going to be USC’s recruiting coordinator now that Johnny Nansen has been fired? It can be an important position. Remember, Pete Carroll’s recruiting coordinators were Ed Orgeron, Lane Kiffin and Brennan Carroll. That’s probably a pretty good illustration of how you better have the right person in the job because Carroll’s teams gradually declined at the end. I can’t say there is a … Continue reading Who Wants To Be USC Recruiting Coordinator?

USC Morning Buzz: Does Clay Helton Have A Conscience?

USC coach Clay Helton has now fired 13 assistant coaches since 2015. Has there ever been a coach less accountable than this guy? He can talk about faith, family and football but when does he man up and take responsibility for anything? Does his faith include having a conscience? How does he tell the team they are responsible for their actions when he never is? … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Does Clay Helton Have A Conscience?

“USC” Firing Three Coaches

Defensive backs coach Greg Burns, defensive line coach Chad Kauha’aha’a and linebackers coach Johnny Nansen have been fired. Now we know why Nansen was not at Junior Day. Todd Orlando will be bringing in his replacements. I wrote “USC” fired the coaches in the headline because Clay Helton has no control over his program. He told Nansen two weeks ago he could stay and be … Continue reading “USC” Firing Three Coaches

Just How Good A Recruiter Is Graham Harrell?

Has Graham Harrell shown himself to be much of a recruiter yet? It’s based on more than whoever USC signs at quarterback because he is the offensive coordinator and responsible for the entire offense. Besides, he recruits other positions too. But I ask for two reasons: He doesn’t exactly have the personality that says, “great recruiter.” And he seems to spend a lot of time … Continue reading Just How Good A Recruiter Is Graham Harrell?