USC Morning Buzz: Money For Nothing

Is there any limit to what USC will do for a buck? Of course not! Caleb Williams has barely started classes but USC is selling his autograph on items at its team store. The prices range from $199.99 to $599.99. But the real sign of the apocalypse is at the USC bookstore: A Swarovski Crystal USC football helmet for $10,000. That includes a certificate of … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Money For Nothing

Lincoln Riley Press Conference Reaction

I’ve heard from USC fans today, including some on campus, that the streaming quality of the Lincoln Riley press conference was poor. There is actually interest in the program now so some people need to up their game. I got a kick out of the part where Riley said speaking to Caleb Williams after he entered the transfer portal was like talking to a “long, … Continue reading Lincoln Riley Press Conference Reaction

USC Morning Buzz: Lincoln Riley Live Blog

Lincoln Riley: “I still feel deep down a majority of the players from around here” want to play at USC. But “USC has to give them a reason to follow through with that.” Riley said talking to Caleb Williams after he entered transfer portal was like talking to a “long, lost friend.” “We want to add as many good players as we can. We want … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Lincoln Riley Live Blog

A Loophole Allowed Caleb Williams To Delay Announcement

Last weekend I laid out the potential scenarios for Caleb Williams and this was the top one: “Williams enrolled and USC did not announce it.” USC knew Williams enrolled Friday night but it also knew that was meaningless until Williams actually showed up for classes, which happened today. It also knew that Williams would determine when he would allow his announcement. He called the shots, … Continue reading A Loophole Allowed Caleb Williams To Delay Announcement

Morning Buzz: Caleb Williams To USC!

USC tweeted out the “fight on” emoji this morning. And Pete Thamel tweets Caleb Williams tells him he is coming to USC. The drama is over. Hurray! “I wanted to go somewhere I thought would provide me with the best development both on and off the field,” Williams told ESPN. “Getting to know Coach Riley and gaining familiarity with his offense definitely played a part … Continue reading Morning Buzz: Caleb Williams To USC!