Purdue offensive lineman DJ Wingfield is expected to transfer to USC, according to 247. He attended Redondo High School, El Camino College and New Mexico for 2 seasons before going to Purdue in 2023. He played right guard for the Boilermakers. Frankly, this looks like a bit of a desperation addition following the departure of Emmanuel Pregnon, who started 25 games for the Trojans the … Continue reading USC Adds Pregnon Replacement

One story regarding USC offensive lineman Emmanuel Pregnon is that he entered the portal after learning he was not being paid more than some other linemen on the team. Why wouldn’t he be the highest-paid or tied for the highest-paid offensive lineman? Other than left tackle Elijah Paige, who else is getting paid an amount worth discussing? Would it surprise me if Sir Lincoln of … Continue reading USC Sunday Buzz: Do Money Matters Make Sense?

So the popular explanation for offensive lineman Emmanuel Pregnon entering the transfer portal is to grab the money bag. That might be true. But let’s also examine something a lot of fans want to ignore: What is the culture of the USC football program? Arizona State left tackle Josh Atkins announced Friday he would return next season. The Sun Devils are expected to return four … Continue reading Saturday Buzz: What Is USC’s Culture?

USC starting guard Emmanuel Pregnon has entered the transfer portal according to 247 Sports. Pregnon is literally USC’s most experienced and in some eyes, best offensive lineman. Let’s review: He accepted an invitation to the Senior Bowl at the end of the regular season. Then he decided to return to USC. Now he is in the portal. Is he not thrilled with the promotion of … Continue reading Emmanuel Pregnon Enters Transfer Portal

Notre Dame and Penn State are in the Final Four of the College Football Playoff. USC gave both good games before ultimately falling short at the Coliseum. Should this be a feather in the Trojans’ cap? I guess it depends on your expectations. Some fans are seizing on this as a sign of hope for the program. I guess they forget the days when USC … Continue reading If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column

Keionte Scott, a cornerback at Auburn, will visit USC, according to 247. Scott started only four games at Auburn this season and his role diminished, which is why he apparently entered the transfer portal. He had started 19 of 22 games in 2022 and 2023. He had 18 tackles in 11 games with no interceptions and no pass breakups this season. In three seasons at … Continue reading Auburn Cornerback To Visit USC