Exactly how has the culture changed at USC? What does it mean when someone says things get addressed? Here’s how: If a player misses class, has grade issues or even misses a workout, Lincoln Riley has them stand in front of the team and state what they have done. They even miss a practice. The message via Riley is clear: It’s hard to earn a … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Lincoln Riley Means Business

Former USC running back Kenan Christon is still in the transfer portal after entering it in mid-December. It’s might seem surprising especially when you consider he also runs track and can help a college in two sports. But I suspect Christon wants to earn his degree from USC before he transfers, which he should be able to do in May. So he can find a … Continue reading USC Notes: Why Is Kenan Christon Still In Portal?

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