Lincoln Riley says “there is a sense of urgency” at USC this season. But it was a year ago I constantly used the same phrase and wrote USC needed a sense of urgency because it was the last season with Caleb Williams and in the Pac-12 Conference. Instead, Riley screwed around and kept Alex Grinch and coached arrogantly. Now there is a sense of urgency … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Now He Has A Sense Of Urgency

The preseason coaches’ poll is out and USC is ranked No. 23. Ohio State, Oregon, Penn State and Michigan of the Big Ten are in the top 10. Notre Dame is No. 7. There are four SEC teams in the top 10. Continue reading USC No. 23 In Coaches’ Poll

Carde Smith, a four-star offensive tackle from Mobile, Ala., is expected to commit to USC this morning at 10 a.m. PT. Smith was previously committed to Auburn. USC desperately needs good offensive tackles so a four-star can’t hurt, right? On the other hand, I asked some people who have seen Smith play and the comments were OK but not exactly overwhelming. He is a “solid … Continue reading Morning Buzz: USC Ready To Add Offensive Lineman

A USC coach told me Saturday night the QB’s have been a bright spot the first two days. But that’s expected when you are practicing in shorts the first few practices. Once USC wears pads, the running backs, linemen and other positions will get more opportunities to flash. That’s why you should take a lot with a grain of salt right now. Everyone is bigger, … Continue reading USC Sunday Buzz: Who Looks Good?

If you are reading how great everyone looks at early USC practices, don’t forget the quarterback position. Jayden Maiava continues to make a case to start and so far Lincoln Riley has not announced anything regarding who starts. Miller Moss is obviously the favorite but Maiava’s been impressive since the spring. It’s too close to call at the moment. Things might not get settled until … Continue reading The QB Derby Remains In Full Swing