The end of USC’s season accomplished one thing: It removed that aura of invincibility Lincoln Riley had with the fans for almost the entire season. I’ve already written I expect USC to win the Pac-12 and go to the College Football Playoff next season, so I’m not saying Riley is not a good coach. But he’s now on guard — as doing an uncharacteristic two-hour … Continue reading USC Sunday Buzz: Lincoln Riley’s On Guard

USC’s transfer class is currently ranked No. 2 in the nation per 247. Continue reading USC Saturday Buzz: Transfer Portal Class Moves Up

When Charles White was a freshmen at USC, he walked into Heritage Hall and saw the two Heisman Trophies on display. “I’m going to get two or three of those,” White said. If someone says White was the greatest back in USC history, it’s hard to argue. He certainly had the stats and still holds the USC record for yards rushing (6,245 yards). More importantly, … Continue reading If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column

USC wide receiver Kyle Ford announced today he is entering the transfer portal. Who can blame him? The Trojans added Dorian Singer from Arizona and have three recruits coming in: Zacariah Branch, Makai Lemon and Ja’Kobi Lane. Ford joins CJ Williams and Gary Bryant, as receivers who departed the program. Ford was slowed by his injuries much of his career but flashed at times the … Continue reading USC Wide Receiver Kyle Ford Transfers

Let’s appreciate this picture of Lombardi Award winner Brad Budde leads the way for fullback/Heisman Trophy winner Marcus Allen and tailback/Heisman Trophy winner Charles White. Continue reading USC Notes: Picture Of The Day*

The fate of Alex Grinch took up so much oxygen that another problem got overshadowed this week: Lincoln Riley has decided he does not need a special teams coach. Riley said he would elevate inside receivers coach Luke Huard to full-time. That means a potential spot for a special teams coach will not be created. Is it really more important to have an inside receivers … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: It’s Not Just Defense That Needs Help