Did you see the news about Bob Stoops? He was named coach and GM of the new Dallas franchise of the XFL, which debuts in 2020. So Stoops wants to coach again. If USC cannot land Urban Meyer, it looks like Stoops is available. Either would be a massive improvement and require Lynn Swann to pay more than USC has been willing to pay since … Continue reading What About Bob Stoops?

A fan yelled “worst SC coach ever” toward Clay Helton as he appeared on the Trojans Live radio show at the Lab restaurant next to the Galen Center on Wednesday. Another group chanted, “Fire Helton.” Imagine how toxic the atmosphere will be at the Coliseum next season? It’s not just Helton. You think Lynn Swann minded skipping the recruiting dinner on Wednesday where boosters might … Continue reading Morning Buzz: How Toxic Is USC?

USC is ranked No. 18 by 247Sports but the ranking could drop to No. 20 if wide receiver Puka Nacua goes to Washington, Utah or Oregon. Meanwhile, offensive Chuma Edoga, linebacker Porter Gustin, cornerback Iman Marshall, linebacker Cameron Smith and safety Marvell Tell were invited to the NFL combine later this month. Continue reading USC Recruiting Ranking Not Final

Last night’s recruiting dinner had less than 100 people in attendance. Just for comparison, during the Pete Carroll era they used to hold the event on the floor of the Galen Center. The dinner is usually hosted by the athletic director but Lynn Swann was at Pebble Beach so Steve Lopes was the emcee. It was believed to be the smallest crowd since the event … Continue reading A Recruiting Dinner To Forget