This was supposed to be a game where we learned a little more about USC. A chance for the Trojans to erase some of the mistakes that kept the Purdue game closer than it should have been. Instead, Michigan State again illustrated the already known strengths and weaknesses of this USC team, which are clear after four unremarkable opponents. USC has an explosive offense between … Continue reading USC Sunday Buzz: My Analysis On Michigan State Game

And it’s a one-score game! It’s suddenly a game again, thanks to the defense having more penalties and now a turnover by USC. Michigan State looks ready to get on that chartered flight. The second half starts at 10:22 p.m. The first half ends after 10 p.m. Fox has set a record for commercials. USC had 12 men on field after a timeout for the … Continue reading USC-Michigan State Live Blog

USC has made a huge deal out of the size of the crowd for tonight’s game. It has sent out a barrage of emails imploring fans to buy tickets. Lincoln Riley “wrote” a letter asking the crowd to be better. You would think USC is playing Ohio State at 12 p.m. Not Michigan State at 8 p.m. Who will be watching on the East Coast … Continue reading Pick The USC-Michigan State Score

One thing that irritates me every year is the way some media hype up players in training camp and create the impression that the player will be vital to the team’s success. To be clear, I’m not criticizing the players. It’s not them. They want to contribute. It’s the overeager media, often with the encouragement of coaches or others inside the program, who go overboard. … Continue reading A USC Tradition Continues (Unfortunately)

USC is offering a hot dog and drink on Saturday for $10 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Coliseum in an effort to get fans into the stadium early against Michigan State. You would think the Trojans are hosting Ohio State this week, not a 17-point underdog. No specifics but obviously the older fans want less DJ. And I haven’t spoken to a student who thinks … Continue reading If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column

Alani Noa remains the starting right guard on this week’s depth chart while freshman Marcelles Williams starts again at cornerback. DJ Harvey has moved up to second-string corner now that Chasen Johnson is out. With Kamari Ramsey now at nickelback, Christian Pierce will start at safety. Waymond Jordan remains the starting tailback. Continue reading USC Notes: Who Starts Vs. Michigan State?