QUARTERBACK I really don’t get why the QB guru doesn’t see the need to install some packages with Jayden Maiava. This doesn’t mean you replace Miller Moss. It means you make the offense more dangerous by having a mobile QB who can run or pass in certain situations, instead of allowing defenses to just tee off on Moss, who is pretty much stuck in the … Continue reading USC-Minnesota Report Card

Caleb Williams came under criticism last season and threw five interceptions in 12 games. Miller Moss has four interceptions in five games. USC has had two pass plays of more than 40 yards this season and ranks 104th nationally. Last year, five receivers had catches of at least 40 yards and the Trojans ranked No. 2 nationally. Also, Williams had a 46-yard run. I’m not … Continue reading Some USC Fans Have Short Memories

Fox football analyst Joel Klatt has offered some views on the USC-Penn State game. “USC’s in a bit of trouble right now. They’ve got to clean up the turnovers. Another three against Minnesota. That’s eight over the last three games,” Klatt said. “This game against Penn State is a matchup that I don’t love for them. Penn State is going to run the ball and … Continue reading USC Notes: A Shocking Stat

A college coach told me Monday that he expects Penn State coach James Franklin to be coaching for his life on Saturday because he wants to impress USC’s administration. “He would love that USC job but he needs to beat USC,” the coach said. “He’s going to be fired up for that game.” The knock on Franklin going into this game was supposed to be … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Someone Will Be Coaching For Their Life Saturday

Do you ever listen to the Trojans Live show? I don’t recommend it. Here is Lincoln Riley tonight: “You have to keep perspective. If you change two plays this year, then we’re 5-0 and we feel like we’re world beaters and we’re worried about being over confident.” So he is doubling-down on Saturday when he made similar comments. “Our team is very battle tested. I’d … Continue reading USC Is Two Plays From Being Undefeated

Did you catch the chart the Big Ten Network ran on Saturday? It was supposed to be favorable to Lincoln Riley but I’ve written before how it illustrates his shortcomings. So what stands out in this chart? One thing: Lincoln Riley is the only coach without a national championship. So let’s look at another way because Riley has only coached seven years. Also: Does anyone … Continue reading Lincoln Riley Made A List But With One Big Caveat