Offensive lineman Andrew Vorhees has been in the doghouse at times in his USC career but perservered and enjoyed a successful junior season. Vorhees is considered one of the top linemen in college football by Pro Football Focus and gave some interesting comments Tuesday to offer insight into the past at USC and how Lincoln Riley works to change the culture. “Whether guys are missing … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Culture Change Underway

You knew it was only a matter of time before Rams coach Sean McVay was asked about Lincoln Riley. “I’ve always respected the way they operated at Oklahoma,” McVay said. “It looks different than the way we’ve done it offensively but that’s part of the exciting thing is, is being able to kind of pick his brain, learn from him.” The Pac-12 announced it will … Continue reading Sean McVay On Lincoln Riley

What is an Alex Grinch defense like? The new USC defensive coordinator was asked this Monday night by former USC defensive tackle Shaun Cody. “The calling card has been effort and speed,” Grinch said. “If an individual gives us their max effort and then plays at max speed, they’re going to have success from an individual standpoint and obviously the behaviors, the sum total becomes … Continue reading USC Monday Buzz: What Will Defense Become?

One quick take I got from a USC coaching staff member today: “There was a good effort and attitude. At the same time, after watching a few practices, some coaches were wondering what’s really going on here the last few years.” USC is in position to land five-star offensive tackle Josh Conerly following a successful weekend visit. Former USC offensive tackle Casey Collier has transferred … Continue reading USC Notes: Lots Of Effort But Helton-Era Weaknesses Exposed

WINNERS A lean, mean machine USC’s roster lacks depth in some spots but the lean-and-mean approach keeps everyone on their toes for spring practice, especially with a new coaching staff giving fresh starts for most everyone. Max Agbonkpolo and Ethan Anderson Might be worth transferring just to see what happens if they get coached up. Transfers Imagine how happy some players in the transfer portal … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Winners And Losers Of Week

USC coach Lincoln Riley spoke today about assistant coach Dave Nichol. “Just a really, really difficult day (Friday),” Riley said. “We’ll definitely miss him more than you’ll imagine.” “As you can imagine a lot of emotion with the guys and certainly the staff members that were close to Dave. “There’s a strong possibility I wouldn’t be in college coaching without him.” Riley said this about … Continue reading Lincoln Riley Remembers Dave Nichol