The first takeaway is how rough the injury to tailback Travis Dye impacts USC. The fact it happened against a 1-8 team is even worse. USC will miss his leadership, his running and just as crucially, his pass blocking. The second takeaway is how sluggish Caleb Williams started the game. The interception was poorly thrown. The missed snap was a complete lack of focus. Maybe … Continue reading Discuss The USC-Colorado Game

So how do you feel going into the UCLA game now? This game is over but it’s not the crisp, tune-up you want going into the UCLA game. Travis Dye carted off field. It’s a huge loss because he is the Trojans’ emotional leader. USC is going to win but will anyone feel better about the team the way it’s played so far? This is … Continue reading USC-Colorado Live Blog

It’s time for another Friday night football game at USC. I’m not usually a fan of the weeknight games at the Coliseum. But since the Trojans are playing Colorado, I’m not against it. You get the game over with tonight and can spend tomorrow watching all the other games without getting distracted by the Buffaloes. Colorado interim coach Mike Sanford Jr. (right) grew up around … Continue reading If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column

The official USC athletic dept. line on the season has now rubbed off on Lincoln Riley, who said this today: “Like, don’t forget where this thing was last year. I think a lot of people have. We’re 8-1 with everything in front of us. Let’s make sure we have some perspective around here. We’re in a phenomenal position.” As I said before, USC had coaches … Continue reading Et Tu Lincoln Riley?

USC wide receiver Jordan Addison and linebacker Ralen Goforth are expected to play against Colorado according to Lincoln Riley. Wideout Mario Williams and linebacker Eric Gentry will be game-time decisions. Continue reading Lincoln Riley Offers Injury Update

It’s hard to focus on Colorado, who is 1-8 overall. So let’s talk about how USC and UCLA match up a week before the showdown. UCLA can run the football. USC has better receivers. USC has an edge at QB. The key could be how well Chip Kelly is able to manage the game. If he can run the ball, he can keep Caleb Williams … Continue reading Morning Buzz: There’s A Key For USC-UCLA Game