Freshman quarterback Jack Sears enjoyed a better scrimmage today. He threw two long touchdown passes to Velus Jones, including one for 85 yards. He wasn’t perfect, though. He also threw a pick-six interception to Jonathan Lockett. “I know it helps me sleep better,” USC  coach Clay Helton said. Matt Fink was OK. On the down side, there were quite a few penalties on the line … Continue reading USC Saturday Buzz: Jack Sears’ Performance Improves

Sam Darnold and Clay Helton will both attend the NFL Draft in Texas. That will be the first positive experience for them at AT&T Stadium. Meanwhile, Matt Fink threw two interceptions today but I said I wouldn’t dwell on the quarterbacks. I’m a little surprised on how glowing some reports of USC’s defense are on the internet. They are going against two unproven quarterbacks, backup … Continue reading Sam Darnold and Clay Helton Will Attend NFL Draft

USC coach Clay Helton said after Saturday’s practice the defense is “way ahead of schedule.” “When you see those guys and you can probably here them from over here in 7-on-7, anytime we motion, anytime we shift, they’re calling out formations, they’re calling out motions, they’re calling out adjustments and to see that as a Head Coach, it makes you happy,” Helton said. So that’s … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Defense Way Ahead Of Schedule

USC doesn’t hold official scrimmages during spring practice but on Saturdays will scrimmage for a portion of the practice. Quarterback Jack Sears had a rough outing today: He threw two interceptions and fumbled a snap. He was also high on several passes. Matt Fink wasn’t great either but was serviceable. “My initial gut says we weren’t very good, but I’m going to reserve the right … Continue reading Long Day For Jack Sears

Remember defensive tackle Kenny Bigelow? Of course you do. I’m hearing he is going to transfer to West Virginia. Bigelow was granted a sixth year of eligibility in November. Remember when Clay Helton said Bigelow was quitting midway through the season to become a coach? Yeah, right! Anyways, we will see when Bigelow officially transfers to West Virginia. Continue reading Kenny Bigelow Expected To Transfer To West Virginia