What if USC’s defense doesn’t get significantly better and is just a feature of Lincoln Riley teams? Here’s an excerpt from The Athletic: “Among teams that have made the CFP since it started in 2014, Riley-coached Oklahoma teams had the three worst defenses in terms of yards per play allowed. (The Bob Stoops-coached 2015 Oklahoma team, meanwhile, ended that season ranked No. 15 in the … Continue reading Can Lincoln Riley Teams Ever Play Great Defense?

There was some chatter in coaching circles immediately after the Pac-12 title game that USC defensive coordinator Alex Grinch might be in some jeopardy. It hasn’t really gained traction, however, and it probably won’t when you consider Grinch has become a Lincoln Riley guy. The USC staff is essentially Riley guys, who tout the company line in public settings. That’s different from say, Oregon, where … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: What’s The Coaching Buzz?

Tunmise Adeleye, a defensive end at Texas A&M, has narrowed his college choices to four schools: USC, Michigan State, Miami and Cal. Adeleye was a five-star prospect from the Class of 2020 and rated the 25th-best player in the nation by Rivals. He played in only three games last season and made six tackles. Continue reading USC Makes Final Four For Former 5-Star

Coastal Carolina defensive end Josaiah Stewart announced his top 3 choices are LSU, Michigan and USC. Continue reading USC Transfer Portal Notes

The Associated Press All-American teams are out and USC had the most first-team picks: QB Caleb Williams, OL Andrew Vorhees and DL Tuli Tuipulotu. The Trojans also had center Brett Neilon and cornerback Mekhi Blackmon selected to the third team. With all that representation, you would think USC made the College Football Playoff. Or at least won the Pac-12. FIRST TEAM Offense Quarterback — Caleb … Continue reading USC Has Five All-Americans

Caleb Williams was still in New York on Sunday night to officially accept his Heisman Trophy. After he won the award Saturday night, he told the other finalists, “I may be standing up here today, but y’all get to go to the College Football Playoffs.” The question is what is more important to USC fans? The College Football Playoff or the Heisman? For me, going … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Caleb Williams Offers Heisman Dilemma