USC Morning Buzz: Would Expanded Playoff Guarantee Better Schedule?

Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti today: “If we get the 24-(team) playoff, you’re going to see many more competitive games scheduled. That’s my belief. We’ll commit to that.” Does anyone believe Lincoln Riley would do that? Anyone? Anyone? Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon has gone viral following clips of her on the sidelines at games. Honestly, it wouldn’t bother me if USC had someone like this. … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Would Expanded Playoff Guarantee Better Schedule?

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My Analysis Of A Disorganized USC Program That Narrowly Escaped Vs. Washington

Sometimes, it is necessary to step back and state the obvious in order to look at the big picture. USC is in Year 5 of the Lincoln Riley Era. He said before the season everything was in order for the program to flourish and set up to be a nationally relevant program. With that said, look at USC. It is a disjointed team. It is … Continue reading My Analysis Of A Disorganized USC Program That Narrowly Escaped Vs. Washington

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My Analysis Of A Leaderless Effort Vs. Oregon

I said last night this was one of the most shameful USC losses I ever witnessed and now I will explain. It had nothing to do with losing to Oregon. That was something I knew had a pretty good chance of happening. No, the shame started with the controversial hit by linebacker Desman Stephens and then USC’s reaction. It all stems from having a gutless … Continue reading My Analysis Of A Leaderless Effort Vs. Oregon

If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column

Here’s a question: How many adjustments does Gary Patterson make during games? Based on the Rutgers game, not too many. A former colleague of Patterson attributes it more to arrogance than anything else. “He’s going to do what he likes to do. He’s in the College Football Hall of Fame. What is anyone going to tell him?” Has Lincoln Riley let Gary Patterson speak to … Continue reading If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column

USC Morning Buzz: A New Low For Recruiting

Just when you think recruiting cannot go any lower, Rivals is charging high school athletes and parents $499 for an ‘evaluation’ by a Rivals scout. The $499 fee includes a scouting report, grade, film evaluation, coach interview and consideration to be ranked on their site. Sounds like you can try and buy a star ranking. Or maybe that is the impression Rivals wants parents and … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: A New Low For Recruiting