Even in the ultra-paranoid NFL, training camps are open to the public. So why don’t college football teams allow the public to spring practices or fall training camps anymore? The answer, of course, is because coaches never want the public to attend practices. It doesn’t matter if spring practices are basic and bland. Not to mention with a scaled-down roster that can limit how much … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: One Way College Football Could Follow NFL

USC had previously announced the spring game would be April 15. Now it announced it will be at 12 p.m. Oh, and it will be the only public opportunity to see the Trojans during spring practice. All other workouts will be closed to the public. It is the first time it will not be held in the Los Angeles area. It will be interesting to … Continue reading USC Spring Game Will Be Only Practice Open To Public

When you read other spring or preseason previews, you’ll usually see Mario Williams mentioned first or maybe second among the wide receivers. But I felt like there were times last season when Williams was targeted too much and I’m not sure it’s the best plan to make him the top target next year, even though Caleb Williams is obviously comfortable throwing to him. USC will … Continue reading Who Is USC’s Featured Wide Receiver?

Here’s another publicity photo from the 1953 film, “All-American.” From the left, USC running back Al Carmichael, actress Mamie Van Doren, actor Tony Curtis and USC running back Jim Sears. So now you can say that Curtis wore a USC uniform. It’s fitting Sears always looks happy because every time I spoke to him he was happy and a great guy. Here’s a shot of … Continue reading Friday Night Column Supplement

Is this going to feel like a Big Ten weekend? With cold weather ahead, let’s start off with a snow day, or at least a snow picture. With that mind, how about a photo of some snow. Last night, though, another reminder, as USC basketball put out this tweet, which included my popular phrase, “Thanks, Enfield.” (They do read my tweets!). For the first time … Continue reading If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column

USC wide receiver John Jackson has entered the transfer portal, according to analyst Mike Farrell. It’s a move that is long overdue. Jackson probably should have gone to another school out of high school. But his family has strong USC ties obviously (his grandfather was an assistant coach at USC, his dad was a star receiver) and he got his degree. But he’s only caught … Continue reading Wide Receiver John Jackson Enters Transfer Portal