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Morning Buzz: Lincoln Riley Measures The Standard For USC

Here was a quote from Lincoln Riley yesterday that wasn’t earth-shattering but still telling. “The standard is championships every year… it’s USC,” Riley said. What Riley said it’s true. It’s also similar to what he said at his introductory press conference in 2021. But maybe Riley should spend more time explaining why he hasn’t upheld the standard? What’s he done wrong the past four years? … Continue reading Morning Buzz: Lincoln Riley Measures The Standard For USC

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Every One Loves Big Ten Media Day

Media days are almost always uneventful. Today was no exception. And like clockwork the little minions who cover USC as part of the fanboy media were beating the drums like dutiful cheerleaders about how confident the Trojans and Lincoln Riley were today. Have you ever seen a team that wasn’t optimistic at media day? But even columnist Pat Forde of Sports Illustrated joined the party. … Continue reading Every One Loves Big Ten Media Day

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Lincoln Riley Big Ten Media Day Highlights (Lowlights)

Lincoln Riley spoke at Big Ten media day and — big surprise — Notre Dame was a prime topic. “Nothing’s changed from my vantage point. We want to play the game. I want to play the game. We would be playing the game had some things come true that were said. And so hopefully we get to that point.” So Riley’s lips are moving but … Continue reading Lincoln Riley Big Ten Media Day Highlights (Lowlights)

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Morning Buzz: USC Picked Fourth In Big Ten Media Poll

USC picked to finish fourth in the annual Big Ten media poll conducted by the Cleveland Plain Dealer. The poll has only picked the correct champion four of the past 15 years. As for USC, it’s a nice safe space. Not expected to be in the top three but better than the struggling blue bloods with new coaches (Michigan, Penn State). Here are the full … Continue reading Morning Buzz: USC Picked Fourth In Big Ten Media Poll

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USC Sunday Buzz: A Sports Curse Gets Lifted

Do you believe in sports curses? In 1951, the Mayo football team won the the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. According to local legend, as the team celebrated on the way home in an open-top bus, drove right through a funeral procession without stopping or showing proper mourning respect. Folklore says an outraged local priest placed a curse on the team, declaring they would not win … Continue reading USC Sunday Buzz: A Sports Curse Gets Lifted

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