You can make a case USC running backs coach Kiel McDonald, who is going to the Chargers, was just about the only coach to escape criticism the past 2 seasons. The defensive line (Shaun Nua) has been inconsistent; the linebackers (Brian Odom, Roy Manning) were unmemorable, the secondary (Donte Williams, Alex Grinch) was terrible. The offensive line was lousy (Josh Henson); the wide receivers disappointing … Continue reading USC Notes: A Position That Escaped Much Criticism

The Chargers are finalizing the hiring of USC running backs coach Kiel McDonald, according to Adam Schefter. Among the players McDonald coached at USC were Travis Dye, MarShawn Lloyd and Austin Jones. He also recruited last year’s freshmen, A’Marion Peterson and Quinten Joyner along with Mississippi State-transfer Jo’Quavious Marks. REACTION: McDonald is one of the few coaches who has escaped criticism the past 2 seasons … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Trojans Losing Coach To Harbaugh

USC will release its spring roster in the next few weeks. So is Lincoln Riley going to provide an update on cornerback Ceyair Wright? “He’s not with us right now and that’s all I can say,” Riley said cryptically in November. Did he quit? Did USC play a part? What? It’s significant because it will be geared toward students, but it is located across the … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Riley Needs To Answer This

The College Football Playoff moved to its 5+7 model today for 2024-25 thanks to the demise of the Pac-12. The “5” who automatically qualify are P4 schools (like USC) and one G5 school. There’s been some complaints that Notre Dame will be the No. 5 seed even if the Irish are ranked No. 1 and have to play four games. The top four seeds will … Continue reading Notre Dame’s Unique College Football Playoff Situation