One quick take I got from a USC coaching staff member today: “There was a good effort and attitude. At the same time, after watching a few practices, some coaches were wondering what’s really going on here the last few years.” USC is in position to land five-star offensive tackle Josh Conerly following a successful weekend visit. Former USC offensive tackle Casey Collier has transferred … Continue reading USC Notes: Lots Of Effort But Helton-Era Weaknesses Exposed

WINNERS A lean, mean machine USC’s roster lacks depth in some spots but the lean-and-mean approach keeps everyone on their toes for spring practice, especially with a new coaching staff giving fresh starts for most everyone. Max Agbonkpolo and Ethan Anderson Might be worth transferring just to see what happens if they get coached up. Transfers Imagine how happy some players in the transfer portal … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Winners And Losers Of Week

USC coach Lincoln Riley spoke today about assistant coach Dave Nichol. “Just a really, really difficult day (Friday),” Riley said. “We’ll definitely miss him more than you’ll imagine.” “As you can imagine a lot of emotion with the guys and certainly the staff members that were close to Dave. “There’s a strong possibility I wouldn’t be in college coaching without him.” Riley said this about … Continue reading Lincoln Riley Remembers Dave Nichol

Some tragic news today as USC inside receivers coach Dave Nichol died this morning. He was 45. According to sources, Nichol had been battling cancer since December. I’m told USC coach Lincoln Riley flew Nichol back to Texas so he could be with his family before he passed away. Nichol had coached at Mississippi State, Washington State, East Carolina, Arizona, Baylor and Texas Tech. He … Continue reading USC Assistant Coach Dave Nichol Dies