Eric Musselman Completes Coaching Staff
Eric Musselman has completed his coaching staff by hiring former Washington assistant coach Quincy Pondexter. I wrote last month that Musselman wanted to hire Pondexter. He then changed his mind and wanted a coach with L.A. ties but got turned down by G League executive Pooh Jeter. Cal State Fullerton coach Dedrique Taylor was also a candidate but I’m told salary was an obstacle. So … Continue reading Eric Musselman Completes Coaching Staff
USC Morning Buzz: The Question That Should Be Asked For Lincoln Riley’s Salary?
The headline with Lincoln Riley has been his $10 million salary in 2022. But is anyone asking if he earned it? He certainly did not last season. Five losses and he actually made more than $10 million last season. Not to mention the personal driver and other perks he has gotten from USC (or the new football building being constructed). A lot of fans seem … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: The Question That Should Be Asked For Lincoln Riley’s Salary?
Lincoln Riley Paid Nearly $10 Million In 2022
USC paid Lincoln Riley almost $10 million in his first year at USC, according to USA Today. The university also spent about $9.6 million related to Riley’s buyout and taxes. USC paid Alex Grinch nearly $2 million in base salary and had more than $2.3 million in “other reportable compensation,” including a $1.08 million buyout. USC also paid Clay Helton nearly $4 million in severance … Continue reading Lincoln Riley Paid Nearly $10 Million In 2022
USC Notes: Transfer Portal Update
Florida is the frontrunner for former Arizona State wide receiver Elijhah Badger. USC is also recruiting Badger and wants another receiver. Former Texas A&M center Bryce Foster is visiting Kansas. He has already visited USC. Former Colorado cornerback Cormani McClain has committed to Florida. USC was interested at one time in McClain. Former USC offensive lineman Cooper Lovelace, best known for being able to do the … Continue reading USC Notes: Transfer Portal Update
USC Morning Buzz: What’s My Line?
One of my concerns with USC’s roster is the offensive line. Some of the starters feel pretty average at best but if they get hurt, the backups look really shaky. I know USC is recruiting Texas A&M center Bryce Foster but I’m surprised the Trojans are not being much more aggressive in the transfer portal with linemen. There’s been more talk about the defensive line, … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: What’s My Line?
USC Notes: Early Kickoffs Set
USC will play LSU at 4:30 p.m. on Sept. 1 and the game will be on ABC. The USC-Michigan game will kick off at 12:30 p.m. and be on CBS, so it will not be a Fox Big Noon game. USC will play in 2025 Maui Invitational with Baylor, NC State, Oregon, Seton Hall, Texas, UNLV and Chaminade. Tournament dates are Nov. 24-26, 2025. Oregon … Continue reading USC Notes: Early Kickoffs Set
