How would you like to be Jack Sears? He is flying on a plane to Oregon with the rest of the team, probably still thinking about his performance last week, when he completed 20 of 28 passes for 235 yards and two touchdowns. His reward is being the No. 2 QB behind JT Daniels. That has to hurt. There is no way Sears can stay … Continue reading Jack Sears’ Long Weekend

Usually, when a coach is on the hot seat, you hear the argument, “we can’t destroy the recruiting class,” as a reason to keep the coach. But USC’s current class, which recently lost its only five-star prospect (Chris Steele), is so unremarkable that little would be risked by making a coaching change. The Trojans’ class is ranked No. 29 by Rivals despite having 15 commitments. … Continue reading If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column

Did an accidental text message from Neil Callaway’s wife lead to his firing? Here’s the story from Chris Swanson of USC247.com. Meanwhile, if you think USC can keep Clay Helton and have him good assistant coaches next season, consider this: Why would a good assistant coach come if he believes it will be a one-year deal with Helton fired next season? Continue reading USC Coaching Staff Cat Fight?

Before I start, I just want to mention I wrote about a crazy development with the coaching staff here and a huge problem the coaches told me exists next year right here. Now on to the list: 1.) Be honest Can anyone believe Clay Helton? In September, Clay Helton said Tee Martin calls every play. This week, Helton said he called 3-4 plays a game. … Continue reading 10 Things USC Needs To Fix To Beat Oregon State

Let’s look at the big picture for a second. Pat Haden’s legacy at USC is toxic: He kept Lane Kiffin too long; he hired Steve Sarkisian and then hired Clay Helton. At one time, Haden felt like he was vindicated with Helton making up for his other disastrous decisions. But Lynn Swann is athletic director now and he can no longer blame Haden for Helton. … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Lynn Swann Owns This Mess

Clay Helton has had a “No Pads November” tradition as USC coach. But today he said the seniors requested a change. “That’s something our seniors want this time around,” Helton said. “They wanted a sense of urgency.” I guess the players have to step forward when the coach doesn’t have a sense of urgency. Continue reading USC Seniors Ask To Practice In Pads