USC Morning Buzz: Corner Position Could Have Big Change

Keep an eye on redshirt freshman cornerback Marcelles Williams. I thought he had a chance last season to start or at least be an impact but he was never given a chance. Now he’s definitely part of the cornerback rotation and might even start depending on how he performs in the early games. OFFICIAL: Our non-conference schedule is locked in đź”’ 🎟️ https://t.co/hm0SF7wiTY pic.twitter.com/3JQWAkFmoN — … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Corner Position Could Have Big Change

Lincoln Riley’s Anti-Notre Dame Game Argument Falling Apart

Some very interesting adjustments were announced today by the College Football Playoff regarding strength of schedule and strength of record: And this: So it benefits USC to play a team like Notre Dame and a loss to a team like Notre Dame will be minimized. Also, there will be “a greater penalty for losing” to a lower-quality opponent. This smashes Lincoln Riley’s arguments/fears for continuing … Continue reading Lincoln Riley’s Anti-Notre Dame Game Argument Falling Apart

USC Morning Buzz: A Fully Ridiculous Moment

I predicted former Auburn coach Tommy Tuberville fully endorsed the school’s ridiculous claiming of the 2004 national title yesterday and here was his first comment: “I want to congratulate the 2004 Auburn Tigers football team on being recognized as the true national champions of college football of 2004,” Tuberville said. “There is no doubt that the 2004 Auburn team was the best team in the … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: A Fully Ridiculous Moment

USC Offensive Line Gets New Starter

It looks like Micah Banuelos will be starting at left guard now that DJ Wingfield lost his lawsuit for a fifth year of eligibility. Banuelos has appeared in three games the past 2 seasons. One question is whether USC did enough due diligence regarding Wingfield. His case appeared shaky after he played two years at El Camino College, one year at New Mexico and one … Continue reading USC Offensive Line Gets New Starter

USC Morning Buzz: Auburn Claims 2004 National Title

Auburn is officially claiming football national titles in 1910, 1914, 1958, and 2004. You might remember USC played Oklahoma in the 2004 BCS championship game. Auburn went 13-0 but finished No. 3 in the BCS rankings and missed out on the Orange Bowl, which was the BCS title game. This is not an April Fool’s joke. “For too long, Auburn has chosen a humble approach … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Auburn Claims 2004 National Title