Former USC Defensive Lineman Myron Lapka Passes Away
Myron Lapka, an All-Pac-10 defensive tackle at USC in the late 1970’s, has passed away. He was 69. The Chatsworth High School grad was a third-round pick in the 1980 NFL draft and spent two seasons with the Rams. He lettered at USC from 1977-79. How did Lapka end up at USC? When he was at Chatsworth, the baseball coach made a tape of him … Continue reading Former USC Defensive Lineman Myron Lapka Passes Away
Will USC Take Less Than Michigan, Ohio State, Penn State In Private Equity Deal?
As the Big Ten considers a $2.4 billion private equity deal, this interesting detail emerged courtesy of Yahoo’s Ross Dellenger. USC will get paid less than Michigan, Ohio State and Penn State. “Those at USC are against the uneven distribution structure of both (1) the upfront $2.4 billion and (2) the future conference revenues. The Trojans are behind Michigan, Ohio State and Penn State in … Continue reading Will USC Take Less Than Michigan, Ohio State, Penn State In Private Equity Deal?
Morning Buzz: USC-Michigan Report Card
QUARTERBACK Jayden Maiava had an interception but otherwise this was another stellar performance. The question is whether he can do this in a hostile atmosphere. Things got a little dicey at Illinois and the crowd at Notre Dame will be worse. Grade: B+ RUNNING BACKS Plug in a tailback and get results. King Miller grabbed the spotlight and now it looks like he will start … Continue reading Morning Buzz: USC-Michigan Report Card
USC Notes: Eli Sanders Out For Year
As expected, USC tailback Eli Sanders will be out for the season with a knee injury. Waymond Jordan is already out 4-6 weeks so King Miller will be the starter. Miller was named Big Ten Freshman Football Player of the Week. Among those who attended: ex-Villanova coach Jay Wright, ex-Phoenix Suns owner Jerry Colangelo, Dallas Mavericks GM Nico Harrison, ex-USC guard Duane Cooper, former USC … Continue reading USC Notes: Eli Sanders Out For Year
Morning Buzz: Were People Surprised USC Beat Michigan?
Did I have more faith in USC football than many fans? I wasn’t surprised the Trojans defeated Michigan on Saturday but many fans are acting like this was a momentous occasion. Did they expect USC to lose? At home? More likely, the reflects how starved people are for any success during the Riley Era. They still expect USC to win every game, but when the … Continue reading Morning Buzz: Were People Surprised USC Beat Michigan?
Is James Franklin’s Firing A Trend Or One-Off?
USC is an 8.5-point underdog to Notre Dame according to BetOnline. Would USC be able to swallow Lincoln Riley’s massive buyout? The problem is USC still is $50 million short on its new athletic facilities project; the university had a $200 million deficit last fiscal year and layoffs are still on-going. But I guess Franklin’s firing proves never say never. It’s the second-largest buyout behind … Continue reading Is James Franklin’s Firing A Trend Or One-Off?
InsideUSC with Scott Wolf 