If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column

I spent enough time around Lane Kiffin to know he is being as calculated as possible before deciding his future. He knows what he is going to do but is just waiting for the right time to announce it . . . and he loves the attention. Kiffin’s got some grand theory inside his head and he’ll reveal it at his convenience. There are reports … Continue reading If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column

USC Morning Buzz: Excuses Already Before The Game?

It takes no insight to gather that USC-Oregon is a huge game. But a segment of USC followers seem to be laying the groundwork for saying if the Trojans lose, the season is still a success. I’m not sure I’ve come across this defeatist mentality before. USC fans always believed they could win every game, whether they should or not. They didn’t enter a game … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Excuses Already Before The Game?

USC Morning Buzz: Lincoln Riley Makes Cut For Award

Lincoln Riley has been named a semifinalist for the George Munger Coach of the Year Award. That’s what happens when you are 0-6 at AP Top 25 teams since being hired at USC. Munger was the head coach at Penn from 1938-53. “I think this USC team is different. SC’s gonna win,” Cross said. At least he is a consistent contrarian. Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Lincoln Riley Makes Cut For Award