When veteran coach Greg Brown was hired as a USC senior defensive analyst, I said it would be interesting if Brown was brought in to hold Donte Williams’ hand. Lincoln Riley said this week Brown is here to help the entire defense. “He’s really an overall advisor for our defensive staff,” Riley said. “For myself, he’s a great set of eyes. He’s somebody our defensive … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Pac-12 QB’s Put Defense Under Microscope

Lincoln Riley said he is experimenting with tailback Raleek Brown. This means moving him around, including playing Brown in the slot. An official reason for the move is the depth at the tailback position. But moving Brown to the slot also limits some of the risk in playing him. What risk? There were times last season when he was just as likely to make a … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Moving A Prized Asset Around Offense

There’s a lot of speculation that tight end Duce Robinson has committed to USC and he will make his announcement on Thursday at 5:30 PT. Lincoln Riley addressed the tight end depth today. “Right now? Today? Not good.” he said. The only current healthy tight ends are Lake McRee and converted linebacker Carson Tabaracci. “I don’t think there’s any question he’s going to have the … Continue reading Duce Robinson Sets Announcement

Here we are almost halfway through spring practice and it’s interesting Lincoln Riley says cornerback Ceyair Wright has sort of been a breakout player so far. Why is it interesting? Because you are not hearing Riley mention Domani Jackson, who is supposed to be healthy and definitely was a five-star coming out of Mater Dei. You would think Jackson would be getting mentioned in spring … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Sometimes, Who You Don’t Hear About Is As Important As Who You Do

I hear through six practices that a highlight has been the pass blocking and pass-catching skills of tailback MarShawn Lloyd, the transfer from South Carolina. Isaiah Collier says he’s pitched Bronny James on joining him at #USC. His message: “Stay home.” pic.twitter.com/DQRt2ug2Wj — Wilko (@wilkomcv) March 27, 2023 https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js Continue reading USC Spring Notes: Bright Spot In Backfield