This was the best quote of spring practice Tuesday and it came from running backs coach Kiel McDonald. “No matter what everybody has done prior to being here, they’ve done nothing for the Trojans, myself included,” McDonald said. “We have to adhere to the standards.” This is true. And the fact McDonald is telling the truth on Day 1 is a good sign. Some players … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: The Sounds Of Spring Practice

USC coach Lincoln Riley said after today’s practice he might take another quarterback with the Trojans down to two scholarship players at the position. “It’s not ideal,” Riley said. Riley was eager for his first USC practice. “Hottest first spring practice of my life, but it was amazing,” Riley said. “It really was.” “I’ve been waiting for this for 100 days. If I could I’d … Continue reading Spring Notes: USC Might Add Quarterback

Korey Foreman is listed at being 20 pounds lighter (265 to 245) and is now a “rush end.” I don’t really care about such details. I just want to know if he can play. Last year, he was a disappointment. We all heard Drake Jackson lost weight while he was at USC and did it help him play better? No. You either make plays or … Continue reading USC Notes: Forget Numbers, You Can Either Play Or Can’t Play

USC is either being more honest with its heights/weights or two players shrunk: Tight end Ethan Rae went from 6-5 to 6-3. Cornerback Ceyair Wright went from 6-2 to 6-1. Perhaps this is a byproduct of sports information director Tim Tessalone retiring. Continue reading Honey, I Shrunk The Team

Remember all the hoopla from USC and the fanboy media element whenever someone gets hired for the recruiting dept.? It’s a game-changer! But then barely a peep or explanation when they leave. The most famous example was probably the LSU hype video guys who didn’t last a year and no one mentioned they left. Well, USC quietly updated its roster Monday night and some names … Continue reading Morning Buzz: USC Still In Transition Mode

USC coach Lincoln Riley will be on the Trojans Live radio show tonight at 7 p.m. on 790-AM. It will also be streamed by USC. Riley intends to speak to the media 10 of the 15 spring practices. Five-star offensive lineman Josh Conerly will announce his decision on April 8. Conerly still has a visit scheduled with USC and his final choices are Washington, Oregon, … Continue reading Lincoln Riley On Air Tonight