Linebacker Shane Lee said he will return to USC next season. Did anyone think he would not? Tuli Tuipulotu said he hasn’t made a decision yet on the NFL but will play in the Cotton Bowl. It would be a surprise if he returns. Tailback Austin Jones and offensive lineman Justin Dedich said they have not made NFL decisions. I’m not sure either can raise … Continue reading USC Player NFL Updates

Purdue is hiring Graham Harrell as offensive coordinator after a year at West Virginia, which ranked ninth out of 10 teams in total offense in the Big 12. Failing upward! Maybe JT Daniels can go to Purdue. USC linebacker Ralen Goforth is taking an official visit to Washington. Western Michigan defensive lineman Braden Fiske is visiting USC this weekend. The NCAA is an employer of … Continue reading If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column

USC QB Caleb Williams predicted he will play in the Cotton Bowl despite his hamstrung injury that limited him in the Pac-12 Championship game. “Hamstring is doing well,” Williams said. “I am confident that I will be out there.” Even though this season is not over, Williams is already thinking about next year. “Next year, I’m gonna work harder,” Williams said. “I’m gonna do more, … Continue reading Caleb Williams Says He Will Be Ready For Cotton Bowl

Coastal Carolina defensive end Josaiah Stewart announced his final choices are USC and Michigan. What no one mentions is what NIL deals are being dangled to some of these transfers. I’ve heard some Pac-12 transfers who aren’t even assured a starting spot are getting offered low six-figure deals this offseason. That’s a nice deal for players who don’t even know if they are good enough … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Transfer Madness Continues

The UC Board of Regents approved UCLA’s move to the Big Ten by a vote of 11-5. However, the Regents also agreed Cal should receive between $2 to $10 million from UCLA as part of their departure to the Big Ten, contingent on differences between the Big Ten and Pac-12 TV deals. So this will not be resolved until the Pac-12 negotiates its new TV … Continue reading UCLA Moving To Big Ten . . . With A Tax

I spoke to a Pac-12 coach this afternoon who faced new USC defensive lineman Kyon Barrs. “He’s OK,” the coach said. “But those type of guys (defensive linemen) are hard to find. He’ll help (USC) out. He played through an injury last season so he should be better.” Continue reading Kyon Barrs Evaluation