It was only a couple months ago that Lincoln Riley talked about how developing players needed to be a bigger priority than getting players through the transfer portal. Well, it seems like this week the Trojans are shopping for offensive linemen, defensive linemen and maybe a wide receiver via the transfer portal. What happened to player development? It’s a noble goal but once you start … Continue reading Morning Buzz: USC Back In Portal Despite Initial Doubts

The more things change, the more they stay the same. Here are the areas you need to keep an eye on during Saturday’s spring scrimmage: Offensive line; defensive line; secondary. Those were the areas of concern a year ago. A USC coach told me this weekend that the defensive position groups should look better but they haven’t consistently looked better in practices. UPDATED: Longstreet committed … Continue reading USC Sunday Buzz: Areas Of Concern Look Familiar

USC scrimmaged today at the Coliseum but it was closed to the media and public. Lincoln Riley spoke afterward — or did not speak — about the transfer of defensive tackle Isaiah Raikes. “It’s something we’re all dealing with,” Riley said. USC will try to add some interior defensive linemen via the transfer portal, Riley said. He also said Vanderbilt defensive lineman Nate Clifton has … Continue reading Lincoln Riley Talks (And Doesn’t Talk) USC Defensive Line

Defensive lineman Isaiah Raikes, a transfer from Texas A&M, has entered the transfer portal. Raikes is another player who has been at USC for three months. His name has been removed from the roster so I guess Coach Henny couldn’t save this one. The 320-pound Raikes was supposed to play a role in making the defensive line bigger. USC will definitely be looking for another … Continue reading Isaiah Raikes Enters Transfer Portal