The other day I made fun of how when I hear new Michigan defensive coordinator Wink Martindale’s name, I think of the game-show host. But let’s compare and contrast for a minute: Martindale has been a defensive coordinator for three NFL teams (Giants, Ravens, Broncos) and three colleges (Defiance, Western Illinois, Western Kentucky) prior to coming to Michigan. New USC defensive coordinator D’Anton Lynn has … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Will The Experience Gap Matter?

Former USC wide receiver Michael Pittman has agreed to a 3-year, $70 million deal with the Colts that can reach up to $71.5 million with $46 million guaranteed, according to Ian Rapoport. Remember, Pittman was barely playing at USC until his father expressed his dissatisfaction on twitter and then a few days later Clay Helton suddenly started Pittman against Arizona State. It was a great … Continue reading USC Notes: Another Reminder Of Clay Helton Getting It Wrong

With spring practice starting next week, here’s a few basic questions: You can make an argument that USC doesn’t have to be “better” if the defense improves and certain people do their jobs. But it’s worth noting at the moment the Trojans are clearly not better at these positions than a year ago. And I am talking about the skill positions. The easy positions to … Continue reading Morning Buzz: Is USC Better At Glamour Positions?

Wayne Moses, who was the running backs coach on Pete Carroll’s first coaching staff at USC, died Thursday. He was 69. Moses also coached at UCLA from 1990-95 and 2008-11. During a 45-year coaching career, he coached at Pac-12 schools like Cal, Stanford and Washington along with a 2-year stint with the St. Louis Rams (2007-08). He played football at San Dimas High School and … Continue reading Former USC Running Backs Coach Wayne Moses Passes Away