USC Notes: An NFL Combine Stat To Remember

USC has the most players invited to the NFL Combine for an unranked team, according to Brett McMurphy. Thanks, Riley! USC fans, JuJu Watkins has been selected as a semifinalist for the AAU James E. Sulivan Award, which honors the nation's most exceptional athletes in both collegiate and Olympic sports. No Trojan has ever won the award, and if we can get USC fans to … Continue reading USC Notes: An NFL Combine Stat To Remember

USC Morning Buzz: Never Be Surprised

This is an odd one. I spoke to a former USC defensive player over the weekend who said the Trojans did not have a defensive playbook when he played. What is a defensive playbook? Usually it contains defenses and adjustments, your philosophy, examples of situational football. It can be as detailed as a coach wants. If USC didn’t have one, it would be highly irregular. … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Never Be Surprised

Morning Buzz: What Does USC Have In Common With NBA All-Star Game?

Who played worse defense? The NBA All-Stars or USC? Was Alex Grinch in Indianapolis? Speaking of USC’s defense, here’s a classic clip from Chris “Mad Dog” Russo that includes his consistent botching of Caleb Williams’ name. Kuh-leeb Williams. “It’s up to him. It’s up to the kid,” LeBron James said. “Obviously we’re gonna go through the whole process. He’s still in season now, has the … Continue reading Morning Buzz: What Does USC Have In Common With NBA All-Star Game?

Low Expectations For USC?

The first over/under for regular season wins I’ve seen for USC is 7.5 via BetOnline. That seems really low. I understand the concerns about USC’s schedule (which is actually less daunting given Washington’s demise and Jim Harbaugh’s departure). But is 8 wins considered good next season? Are expectations that low? If USC wins 8 games, you make money. But if you are a USC fan, … Continue reading Low Expectations For USC?

Sunday Buzz: USC Won’t Miss Colorado In Big Ten

USC was up 65-49 with nine minutes left against Colorado and lost in double OT on Saturday night. Did you know Andy Enfield is 7-13 against Colorado coach Tad Boyle? Since 2019, Enfield is 3-9 vs. Boyle. So you can’t use the excuse that USC was bad when Enfield took the job to explain this record. Meanwhile, Washington State, located in Pullman, Wash., is 20-6 … Continue reading Sunday Buzz: USC Won’t Miss Colorado In Big Ten