I mentioned this a couple weeks ago but I think it’s going to be listed as a concern going into the fall. A USC coach told me he’s been surprised in spring drills by the number of interceptions thrown by Kedon Slovis. The expectations were unusually high for Slovis a year ago. And now he’s under intense scrutiny because of his inconsistent 2020 performance. But … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Doubts Have Not Been Erased In Spring

I keep getting emails from USC season-ticket holders. Today, a USC fan who had eight season-tickets for 20-plus years told me he did not renew. “It had nothing to do with COVID, but everything to do with the lack of accountability over there (at USC). I’ll consider going back when they make the necessary changes. Until then, I’m not spending my money.” Wide receiver Amon-Ra … Continue reading USC Notes: The Fan Exodus Continues!

So many little things that happen by themselves at USC are not a big deal but when you add them all up, it continues to demonstrate the circus-like nature at the McKay Center/Heritage Hall. Here’s a small example: I’m hearing NFL teams are now consulting outside sources for evaluations of USC players this week because they don’t trust the information they are getting directly from … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: NFL Teams Want Honest Evaluations

From long-time USC booster/graduate/insider today: “If you don’t think Clay Helton runs a tight ship, ask the homeless man posing as a USC player who apparently infiltrated the training facility and dining hall for weeks, becoming exposed only when he donned a practice uniform and helmet to field punts. “But I’m sure this imposter would’ve gone undetected had he simply signaled for a fair catch … Continue reading USC Thought For A Day

I was doing some research today and this quote popped up from last year. “I think it’s miraculous, it really is. It’s impressive. More importantly, Clay Helton and those new coaches, and the existing coaches that are on that staff. They have attacked (recruiting) with a competitive spirit and gusto.” It’s USC athletic director Mike Bohn last May on the coaching staff’s recruiting efforts. USC … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Does This Statement Hold Up?

WINNERS The two Drakes Does USC realize every time it hypes up wide receiver Drake London or defensive end Drake Jackson it reminds the fans it didn’t use either player enough last season? It can’t make the same mistake in 2021, can it? USC song girls The fact Lori Nelson resigned as coach is a big win for the song girls. If they scrap the … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Winners And Losers Of The Week