How Many “Adopted Sons” Does Clay Helton Have?

USC coach Clay Helton was on with Fred Roggin and Rodney Peete today and spoke about JT Daniels. “JT wanted the opportunity to explore every option,” Helton said. “USC is one of those options and the door is left open for him. He is a terrific young man and he is one of my adopted sons. My fingers are crossed that he stays with us.” … Continue reading How Many “Adopted Sons” Does Clay Helton Have?

Here’s How USC Saves $400,000

If Carol Folt is telling the truth that USC has a $300-$500 million operational deficit for the upcoming fiscal year, then why isn’t its highest-paid employee taking a pay cut? I mean, seriously, Clay Helton is making videos with his picturesque ocean view in the background and probably getting around $4 million but he can’t take a 10 percent cut? He went 13-12 the past 2 … Continue reading Here’s How USC Saves $400,000

JT Daniels Transfer Takes Another Twist

It looks like JT Daniels will need to obtain a waiver if he wants to transfer from USC. The NCAA Board of Directors recommended to the Division I Council that changes to the waiver process as suggested by the working group are not appropriate at this time and better suited to go into effect for the 2021-22 season. Daniels can still transfer and I cannot … Continue reading JT Daniels Transfer Takes Another Twist

USC Morning Buzz: Hail To The Chief!

Carol Folt delivered the “State of the University” speech on Wednesday via Zoom. Folt said USC projected $300-$500 million operational deficit through June 2021 because of increased expenses and reduced revenue, grants and donations as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. “I’m convinced we will emerge from this even stronger, with a nimble infrastructure and a culture that takes risks, learns from mistakes and puts … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Hail To The Chief!