There is nothing about Cal that says today’s game should be close and a challenge for USC. But then again, maybe you could say the same thing about Arizona State, Colorado and Arizona. I don’t think Cal’s defense is good enough to stop USC’s offense. So if the Trojans struggle at all, it’s on them. With that said, I’ve got USC winning, 31-13. Continue reading Morning Buzz: Pick The USC-Cal Score
USC held its traditional San Francisco rally at the Embarcadero Center tonight. No one knows when the next one will occur. Continue reading The Last USC Rally In San Francisco?
When will USC return to the Bay Area for a football game after it plays Cal tomorrow? This is a question that would be unfathomable in the past. The rivalry could be fierce at times and there were some classic games. Now it’s a footnote to the conference realignment craze. Some alumni told me they bought plane tickets on what was billed as a chartered … Continue reading If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column
Maybe the dumbest thing Lincoln Riley said today concerned recruiting. “I think our recruiting has been as expected,” Riley said.USC is currently ranked No. 25 in the nation by Rivals. Since when is that as expected? We’re talking about USC, not Oregon State. The truth is USC’s recruiting has mainly been done through the transfer portal. So Riley is crazy if he thinks it’s “as … Continue reading Apparently, Mediocrity Is Acceptable
USC coach Lincoln Riley on the Trojans: “We feel like we’re a group that’s one little spark away from taking off.” Riley admitted he may have been reluctant to run the ball after MarShawn Lloyd’s fumble. Riley on missing practices: “Those were the first practices I’ve missed in 20 years of coaching.” Riley said he’s been sick since last Tuesday. Asked about Michigan’s sign-stealing controversy, … Continue reading Lincoln Riley Thinks USC Is Close To “Taking Off”
What kind of housecleaning are we looking at for USC? Surely it’s over for Alex Grinch. Is there any way back for Donte Williams, whose contract is in the final year? What about offensive line coach Josh Henson, whose unit has struggled? I can’t say much in favor of the linebackers coaches other than they are Oklahoma guys, which might give them some sort of … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: How Deep Could Housecleaning Go?
