In today’s USC newsletter, I have a must-read item on a halftime adjustment (or lack thereof). And I name the coach. You can read it too if you sign up here. And then you can come back and discuss it here. I find it amazing. It just backs up my theory about the USC football program being sideways. Which brings me to the offseason workouts. … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: A Coaching Story And Workout Evaluation

I would rather focus on a classic era photo, USC-Stanford in 1975, with the small S on the helmet and those revered 70’s Trojans uniforms. It’s a great photo. And now we have this dumb graphic USC produced on Instagram that refers to UCLA as “Other LA school.” Can’t just enjoy being in first place without taunting someone else? Continue reading USC Pictures Of The Night

Even though the decision of nose tackle Marlon Tuipulotu to turn pro was a no-brainer, I’m told it surprised USC coaches. Probably because it hurts the defensive line, which is still a question mark despite the hype of incoming defensive end Korey Foreman. The USC coaches think Alabama transfer Ishmael Sopsher will replace Tuipulotu and say they have no linemen built like him. But Alabama … Continue reading What’s The Status Of The USC Defensive Line?

USC is currently one of nine schools that is not part of the partnership for the new EA Sports College Football video game. Before getting excited, I suspect USC wants to cut its own deal. Do you really think USC would not be in the game with all the recruiting implications and bragging that could be done on social media with a the new game? … Continue reading Tuesday Notes: Will USC Be In New EA Sports Game?

USC’s had an active transfer market but the Trojans’ greatest need — an offensive tackle — has not yet been filled. And they could use a linebacker too. Those positions require transfers more than wide receiver or tailback, where USC brought players in already. The best offensive tackles in the portal — Wanya Morris, Doug Nester — went to Oklahoma and West Virginia, respectively. The … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Some Positions Cry Out For Immediate Help

If you haven’t signed up for the USC newsletter, here’s an excerpt from one item: During a game last season, a coordinator did something Clay Helton did not like, and I’m told at halftime, Helton said, “This is my program and I’m in charge. We’ll do it my way.” The coaching source who told me this said the coordinator listened begrudgingly but he wasn’t sure … Continue reading USC Coaching Harmony 101