Is this going to feel like a Big Ten weekend? With cold weather ahead, let’s start off with a snow day, or at least a snow picture. With that mind, how about a photo of some snow. Last night, though, another reminder, as USC basketball put out this tweet, which included my popular phrase, “Thanks, Enfield.” (They do read my tweets!). For the first time … Continue reading If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column
USC wide receiver John Jackson has entered the transfer portal, according to analyst Mike Farrell. It’s a move that is long overdue. Jackson probably should have gone to another school out of high school. But his family has strong USC ties obviously (his grandfather was an assistant coach at USC, his dad was a star receiver) and he got his degree. But he’s only caught … Continue reading Wide Receiver John Jackson Enters Transfer Portal
I’m going to take a wild guess that there are some UCLA defensive coaches who used to coach at USC that are not happy campers at the moment. Why? Because UCLA has reportedly hired Baltimore Ravens safeties coach D’Anton Lynn as its new defensive coordinator. That means UCLA coach Chip Kelly hired a 33-year-old with no experience as a defensive coordinator over Ken Norton Jr., … Continue reading A Potentially Hostile Situation
Five-star QB Dylan Raiola has reportedly canceled a visit to Georgia. If his interest in Georgia has waned, it leaves Nebraska and USC as Raiola’s top two choices. As usual, the intriguing aspect is whether Raiola would actually come to USC to challenge another five-star (Malachi Nelson) to be the successor to Caleb Williams. Also: The winner of this QB derby would make their first … Continue reading Morning Buzz: USC Recruiting Target May Spurn Georgia
ESPN draft analyst Jonathan Givony has Bronny James as the 10th pick in his 2024 NBA mock draft. Givony says James is “arguably the best perimeter defender in his class.” That’s high praise for the USC target. It’s also someone who averages 13.8 points, 5.5 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.8 steals per game. It’s been debatable whether James is even the best player in the … Continue reading Bronny James A Top 10 Pick?
I’m encouraged by some of the defensive transfers USC added recently. But I’m still going to wonder how the defense is going to do if some major changes aren’t being made. So far, the strengh workouts look the same. I haven’t heard anything yet about practices being different this spring. These are two areas where adjustments need to be made to significantly impact the defense … Continue reading Where Are The USC Defensive Changes?
