I never imagined the first time I would meet O.J. Simpson would be in Davie, Fla. Or at a USC football practice. But that’s what happened on Dec. 28, 2002. It was a perfect example of how something can seem great inside the bubble of a football program and get a completely different reaction outside it. Simpson was enthusiastically embraced at practice by Pete Carroll, … Continue reading If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column
USC freshman offensive lineman Jason Zandamela, who spent a grand total of three months on campus, is entering the transfer portal, according to On3. Zandamela was rated by some services as the No. 1 interior lineman in the country for the Class of 2024. There were a lot of rumors he would decommit and go to Florida State but he stuck with USC — for … Continue reading USC Loses Freshman Linemen
O.J. Simpson is arguably the best tailback in USC history and his jersey is still displayed at the Coliseum. But USC has not mentioned his death today and it’s unlikely to, despite Simpson winning a Heisman Trophy. It’s a difficult issue for USC. Simpson was a great player but his legacy is forever tarnished. I’m sure there were some awkward conversations in the athletic dept. … Continue reading It’s An Awkward Day For USC
O.J. Simpson, the former USC Heisman Trophy winner, who was accused of and ultimately acquitted of the brutal 1994 slayings of his ex-wife and her friend, has died, according to his family. He was 76. “On April 10th, our father, Orenthal James Simpson, succumbed to his battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his children and grandchildren. During this time of transition, his family asks … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: O.J. Simpson Dies
I’ll expand on this tomorrow but whoever is doing PR for USC defensive line coach Eric Henderson deserves a raise. This was the standing ovation by Arkansas fans … for John Tyson at John Calipari’s introduction. Razorback fans have PACKED Bud Walton Arena. pic.twitter.com/Be56EKrRsY — John Fanta (@John_Fanta) April 10, 2024 https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js Continue reading USC Late Notes: There’s A Birthday To Celebrate
There’s a delusional part of the USC fan base that thinks USC won’t miss Caleb Williams especially after watching the offense in the Holiday Bowl. Well, here’s a stat from NFL Draft analyst Dane Brugler: Williams did not throw an interception at USC in 199 pass attempts on third-and-fourth down. That’s quite an accomplishment when you consider how bad USC’s offensive line has been. Is … Continue reading USC Won’t Miss Caleb Williams?
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