Sunday Buzz: Will USC Make Top 25 Tomorrow?

The Associated Press Top 25 poll will be released tomorrow. Will USC make it? The Trojans didn’t make the coaches’ poll. But I suspect USC might make the AP poll. For one thing, I think the sports writers tend to reward traditional marquee programs a little more than the coaches’ poll. And they aren’t always as familiar with all the teams so it’s easier to … Continue reading Sunday Buzz: Will USC Make Top 25 Tomorrow?

USC Gives Andy Stankiewicz Contract Extension, So Will It Commit To Baseball?

USC announced baseball coach Andy Stankiewicz has signed a contract extension through the 2030 season. The extension is not a surprise but did Stankiewicz extract any commitments from USC in terms of improved NIL or resources? Several of USC’s best players have transferred out, disillusioned over the way USC has treated the baseball program. A contract extension solves a potential headache for USC because it … Continue reading USC Gives Andy Stankiewicz Contract Extension, So Will It Commit To Baseball?

USC Notes: It’s A Cap Nightmare

Lincoln Riley said cornerback Prophet Brown will miss the first part of the season with a non-contact injury. But that intrigue quickly disappeared when I saw the caps cost $75. USC DROP 01 is live at https://t.co/wgb8xy8GDm and at the USC Campus Bookstore – less than 100 pieces of each available! Get yours today and FIGHT ON! ✌️ pic.twitter.com/jRffkheHSE — HOOD LTD (@HOOD_HAT) August 8, … Continue reading USC Notes: It’s A Cap Nightmare

If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column

Former USC star Joey Browner is battling “serious health issues” according to his former Minnesota Vikings teammate, Tommy Kramer. Kramer and other Vikings are hosting a fundraiser for Browner. Here is information if you want to purchase an autographed item. Maybe Hunter’s most audacious move occurred in 1950, when he tried to hire Bear Bryant as USC football coach. “I had just signed a new … Continue reading If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column

USC Morning Buzz: Does This Year Matter?

When some USC fans focus so much on the top-ranked recruiting class, it allows them to deflect from this year’s team. These are the types I like to joke would rather win a recruiting national title than an actual national title. Here is what football reporter Andy Staples got on this during the Dan Patrick Show yesterday. “When you hear Lincoln Riley talk it sounds … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Does This Year Matter?