For the second time this season, the USC game will have Tim Brando and Spencer Tillman as the announcers for Fox Sports. So here’s my one story that sort of involves Brando. I was in Charlotte, N.C., for the NCAA Tournament and on a day off, went to dinner with George Raveling, who brought his TV broadcast partner, Brando. Raveling picked the restaurant, of course, … Continue reading The Friday USC Column Supplement

It’s too bad the USC-Arizona State game isn’t going to be more competitive because there could be a good atmosphere Saturday night. Maybe because it’s Family Weekend at Arizona State, a crowd of around 54,000 is expected at Sun Devil Stadium, and it could be a sellout. But expectations are non-existent for the game. A member of the Raiders’ famed Soul Patrol defensive backfield with … Continue reading If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column

Lincoln Riley backed down and has rescinded the suspension of reporter Luca Evans. “Last night, I received a call from Luca Evans, and we had very candid and productive conversation,” Riley said. “We agreed that we both could have handled the situation differently. I appreciate Luca recognizing the policies we have in place to protect our student-athletes and acknowledging to adhere to those in the … Continue reading Lincoln Riley Unsuspends Reporter

USC defensive lineman Tyrone Taleni will be able to play for the first time this season. He was one of USC’s most underrated players last season but has been out because of a plantar fascia injury. Hey, Trojans! I hope you'll stop by Town and Gown at 3pm to celebrate the installation of @USC accomplished provost, Andrew Guzman.https://t.co/Epg9Ik8l96 — Carol Folt (@PresidentFolt) September 21, 2023 … Continue reading USC Gets A Welcome Addition

I was a guest on Petros and Money yesterday discussing Lincoln Riley and the suspension of a reporter. You can listen here and the interview takes place midway through Hour 1. Will Colorado have a Top 50 recruiting class in 2024? Yes       -140 No         +100 Note: Rankings according to 247Sports. Will Colorado have a Top 10 recruiting class in 2025? Yes        -180     (5/9) … Continue reading USC Notes: Deion Sanders Keeps Dominating Conversation

With USC three games into the season, I checked in with a Pac-12 head coach for some views on the Trojans’ offense. “I think they are better from a receiver standpoint than last season,” the coach said. “Their slot receivers are really good (Zacariah Branch, Mario Williams, Tahj Washington).” Where is there a weakness? “Their (offensive) guards are not great,” the coach said. “That’s a … Continue reading Morning Buzz: Does USC Offense Have Weak Spot?