USC Morning Buzz: Was This A Turning Point Vs. Nebraska?

What would the reaction have been to D’Anton Lynn’s defensive call if Nebraska quarterback TJ Lateef did not fumble the snap on this play? Nebraska coach Matt Rhule said the Cornhuskers had a touchdown if Lateef merely completed the short screen pass that was called to wide receiver Jacory Barney (No. 2). Instead, Nebraska settled for a field goal. Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Was This A Turning Point Vs. Nebraska?

Sunday Buzz: My Analysis Of A Hollow USC Victory

A few days ago, I wrote “do you trust Lincoln Riley or Matt Rhule less?” Let’s look at what happened Saturday night: Nebraska is up 7-0 after its first drive and then holds USC to a three-and-out and starts its second drive in great field position at its own 39-yard line. So what does Rhule do? He runs the ball on two plays between the … Continue reading Sunday Buzz: My Analysis Of A Hollow USC Victory

Saturday Buzz: Is This The Tonic For USC Rebound?

Nebraska has struggled this season stopping teams who could run between the tackles (see Minnesota game). USC has successfully run between the tackles this season. That suggests the Trojans will be able to punish Nebraska. Now a couple caveats. Is Lincoln Riley disciplined enough to consistently run the ball? And how will USC react in a hostile Big Ten environment? Conference road games have been … Continue reading Saturday Buzz: Is This The Tonic For USC Rebound?

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

LSU has an interim president, provost, athletic director, medical school chancellor, chief administrative officer and football head coach. Other than that, the university is in great shape. WHAT WOULD LINCOLN RILEY DO WITH THIS SCHEDULE? A USC-NEBRASKA MOMENT Nebraska All-American linebacker Jerry Murtaugh described a post-game scene. “Now at the end of the game, one of the trainers comes up there and said, ‘There’s two guys from … Continue reading If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column