The athletic dept. is frequently out of touch as I often note. Here are the jersey numbers the USC bookstore will sell if it gets its ordered jerseys by the end of August: 1, 22, 55 and 80. Other than 55 or possibly 1, who wants those jerseys? The athletic dept. told the Athletic that 1 is for being No. 1 and 22 is for … Continue reading A Couple Tone Deaf Decisions

The three-star party has given USC a set of linemen for the Class of 2023 and people are already complimenting them over their size. OG Micah Banuelos (6-2.5, 305) OG Alani Noa (6-4, 330) OT Tobias Raymond (6-7, 250) OT Amos Talalele (6-4, 330) Let’s remember a few days ago I ran the list of Alabama’s offensive line commitments: OT Wilkin Formby (6-7, 300) OT … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Let’s Check The Tale Of The Tape

After missing most of last week, Korey Foreman did not practice today according to Lincoln Riley. The Trojans were off Monday. Cornerback Domani Jackson, wide receiver Kyle Ford and tight end Josh Falo also missed practice. One reason I haven’t discussed Jackson more in terms of starting is I wondered how much he would practice following last year’s ACL injury. As for Foreman, it’s not … Continue reading USC Practice Has Familiar Tone

There are all kinds of preseason stat bets out there on BetOnline that include Caleb Williams. What’s interesting is the oddsmakers believe Williams will throw more interceptions than Bryce Young and C.J. Stroud. Williams is 6/5 while Young is 8/5 and Stroud 7/4 when asked who throws more interceptions? Is this based on Williams or the USC offensive line? Check out the odds below. Who … Continue reading Will Interceptions Be Issue For USC?

Alani Noa, a three-star offensive guard from Grant High School in Sacramento, committed to USC over Oregon. Noa had only eight offers, seven from Pac-12 schools and Fresno State. You can always use depth on the line. But again, some game-changers would be nice. USC has now beaten Cal and Oregon for a trio of three-star offensive linemen: Amos Talalele, Micah Banuelos and Noa. These … Continue reading USC Beats Oregon For 3-Star Lineman

WINNERS Bobby Haskins The transfer from Virginia gets it. I like the way he talks. He’s mature and offers good leadership for the offensive line. He should be a starter by Sept. 3. Lincoln Riley Has avoided any serious injuries to key players so far in training camp. And with USC ranked No. 14 in the AP Poll, expectations are just right for him. Not … Continue reading Morning Buzz: USC Winners And Losers Of Week