Lincoln Riley made some comments that stood out on Signing Day. “They will develop here at USC. With this staff, it’s not a matter of if. It is going to happen.” What players has USC developed? Have any receivers developed? Tailbacks? Offensive linemen? Cornerbacks? Linebackers? This is the guy who turned USC into “Transfer Portal U.” and he’s talking about developing players? Maybe he means … Continue reading Suddenly, The Word “Develop” Is Important At USC

Admit it, if Lincoln Riley sat in the Coliseum in his introductory press conference 2 years ago and said, “I promise after 2 seasons to deliver a high school recruiting class ranked No. 17 by 247 and No. 20 by Rivals,” fans would be howling. Once again, this Signing Day demonstrated Riley’s not the greatest high school recruiter. For some reason, some fans still try … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Lincoln Riley Isn’t A Special Prep Recruiter

Cornerback DeCarlos Nicholson of Mississppi State committed to USC. He has appeared in 25 career games with seven starts. Apparently, Mississippi State is the key to USC’s success because Bulldogs tailback Jo’quavious Marks also committed. He averaged 63 yards a game and I’m not sold yet on how big an impact he will make. Nicholson had 42 tackles and no interceptions in 12 games. His … Continue reading USC Becomes Mississippi State West

Things are going pretty much as expected so far for USC as 18 players have signed. Among those USC is wating for: WR Ryan Pellum, TE Walter Matthews and CB Isaiah Rubin. Rivals currently ranks USC’s recruiting class at No. 16. 247 ranks USC’s recruiting class at No. 17. Lincoln Riley is among the coaches scheduled to appear on the Big Ten Network’s Signing Day … Continue reading USC Signing Day Buzz