Today is the 40th anniversary of USC’s 24-14 victory over No. 1-ranked Alabama at Legion Field in Birmingham. USC was ranked No. 7 going into the game. I am mentioning this because it is unfathomable today that USC would go on the road and beat a marquee opponent. In recent years, USC could even go to Boston College and win. Or Texas last weekend. Or … Continue reading Sunday Buzz: Can USC Regain Prominence Of 40 Years Ago?

Were you one of the proud, the few who attended last night’s game? The Coliseum cell phone reception was terrible. Quite a few fans during the game told me how bad the service was. Meanwhile, here are more thoughts I had on the game. USC is going to have to cut down on penalties going forward. But the truth is USC has played four sloppy games. … Continue reading Can You Hear Me Now?

I picked USC to beat Washington State, 31-27, so I was close on the margin of victory as the Trojans actually won, 39-36. But what a performance to analyze: USC is utterly incapable of putting pressure on the QB with its front seven. USC is also unable to provide consistent pass-or-run blocking. USC also comes up with some really sloppy penalties. I’ve written since August … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: That Was Quite A Game

Another tough game to pick. There is simply no reason USC should lose to Washington State at home. At least in 2013, USC was alternating two quarterbacks that were not special. Now it has the JT “Back Foot” Daniels. Washington State is less talented and has not played anyone. That said, I think the Cougars have a chance. But I can’t go with them yet. … Continue reading Pick The USC-Washington State Score

I announced on Petros and Money that I would start writing for USC247.com. Here is my first story and it’s worth reading on a fiery team meeting USC held this week. Link here. Continue reading USC Has Fiery Meeting

I’ve heard USC had nine players on at least one and maybe two kick returns against Texas. This reminds me of two years ago, when USC had eight players on the field for a Stanford extra point. And 10 on at least one other kick in that game. Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: The Not-So Special Teams Continue