What would it take for USC to have a practice without recruits present? A lot more than the coronavirus, obviously. I understand why recruits are allowed even with the current ban on spectators. But is it much different than allowing 100 people at practice? Like I said, recruits and donors are the top priorities. Continue reading USC Quick Thought

Today is the first USC spring football practice but the general public will not be allowed to attend because of the coronavirus. Recruits and families of USC players will be allowed. And maybe a donor or two? Who knows? I keep hearing Clay Helton looks out of sorts without John Baxter and/or Clancy Pendergast around. P-r-o-g-r-e-s-s. Just remember the first practice is always the least … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Spring Football Is Here . . . Minus Fans

A source in the McKay Center tells me USC is going to hire former linebacker Chris Claiborne as a quality control analyst. I’m not sure what the duties include but Claiborne is a savvy hire: He knows all the good players in Southern California and is an excellent recruiter. Just as important, he is a respected former USC player who knows the tradition. Continue reading USC Makes A Smart Move

Clay Helton says the coaching staff came to USC because they believe in what is happening with the football program. Or maybe they just believe in him. “Why would Graham Harrell stay if he didn’t believe in what we’re doing?” Helton told the Associated Press. “Why does a Donte Williams leave a Rose Bowl champion Oregon to come here to USC? Why does Vic So’oto, … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Clay Helton Says “Something Special Is Going On Here”

Clay Helton said on “Trojans Live” tonight that 30 players underwent surgery since August. Does that sound like the strength program is living up to the hype? Helton said a top priority will be picking the five offensive lineman who start, which is what everyone knows is a problem. Defensive coordinator Todd Orlando said “jobs are open” on the defense. Interesting since USC returns nine … Continue reading Quite An Injury Stat From Clay Helton