USC Notes: Rivalry Back In News

USC and Notre Dame are talking about renewing their rivalry, per the L.A. Times. The schools never really stopped talking since their series was officially discontinued. But here’s something interesting: Donors and luxury suite holders have complained to the USC athletic dept. over their disgust with the decision (and the athletic director), which has also played a part in USC’s change in philosophy. Continue reading USC Notes: Rivalry Back In News

Morning Buzz: This Is Where USC’s Season Will Be Determined

I’ve been putting together a USC depth chart since the end of spring football and here is where I think USC has a “concern.” This might not be exactly the way it ends up in the fall but this is the general corps of players. And remember, teams cannot add transfers this summer. My issue: How many proven performers do you see in the back … Continue reading Morning Buzz: This Is Where USC’s Season Will Be Determined

Saturday Buzz: USC Is Now Linebacker Coach U.

Rob Ryan is still working at USC with the title of assistant head coach for the defense but he is not listed among the coaching staff. Instead, he is listed as support staff. That could limit what duties he can perform. It also begs the question what he does on a daily basis (on a no doubt exorbitant salary). Even if he isn’t part of … Continue reading Saturday Buzz: USC Is Now Linebacker Coach U.

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

USC assistant coach Paul Gonzales posted a video of him and other staffers taking a helicopter from downtown L.A, to La Verne to see Damien safety Gavin Williams. This reeks of Chad “Charmin” Bowden. But I’m not sure why USC went to the trouble when they are strong favorites to land Williams. I think a much more interesting video would be to show the guy … Continue reading If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column