If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column

Can you believe USC has not played at Michigan Stadium since 1958? Eight of the previous 10 matchups between the teams was in the Rose Bowl. One thing I’ve heard in the coaching grapevine is that UCLA offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy has an NFL playbook that is way more plays than an average college playbook. Saturday’s USC-Michigan game is a stripe out. Even sections wear … Continue reading If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column

USC Notes: What Was Jim Harbaugh Doing?

I’m glad I’m not someone whose job it is to hype up the USC-Michigan game. Michigan tight end Colston Loveland played in 18 snaps in last week’s win over Arkansas State before getting injured. His status is uncertain this week but he reportedly practiced. Loveland has 187 receiving yards through three games, which is way more than the next-best player (Semaj Morgan, 56 yards). Where … Continue reading USC Notes: What Was Jim Harbaugh Doing?

USC Morning Buzz: Don’t Fall For Silly Arguments

A silly argument this week is why Michigan announced Alex Orji was starting at QB this week? Orji played in last week’s game and was clearly the better quarterback. USC would have prepared to see him even if there was no announcement. It’s standard preparation. Given that Orji is also able to run, USC would have been expected to especially prepare for him. Sometimes, people … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Don’t Fall For Silly Arguments

USC Notes: Big Ten Teams Bringing Huge Contingents

As expected, USC received a commitment from four-star wide receiver Jerome Myles of Draper, Utah. The Wisconsin and Nebraska games at the Coliseum are officially sold out. Thank you Big Ten teams with large travel contingents! The USC-Michigan game is not the hot ticket it once was according to seat geek: No. 6 Tennessee vs. No. 15 Oklahoma: $227 No. 24 Illinois vs. No. 22 … Continue reading USC Notes: Big Ten Teams Bringing Huge Contingents