Freshman defensive tackle Jay Toia has entered the NCAA transfer portal after being labeled one of the breakout stars of spring practice. I considered Toia a starter at defensive tackle and now another freshman, Jamar Sekona, could be starting at the spot. Remember that veteran Brandon Pili tore his Achillles’ during spring practice, so who knows what he can do this fall. And 24-year-old Caleb … Continue reading USC Defensive Tackle Jay Toia Enters Transfer Portal

Johnny Knoxville turned 50 today. So it’s a good reminder of a stunt that backfired on USC when Knoxville came to tape his show at a practice. Knoxville wanted to get pummeled by the team and USC agreed to oblige him. But the players wanted to hit him so hard that defensive end Matt Childers broke his hand or wrist trying to tackle him. If … Continue reading Johnny Knoxvile And The Stunt That Backfired

The South Point Hotel in Las Vegas has USC a 1-point underdog at Notre Dame in South Bend on Oct. 23. Is Notre Dame that bad? The Irish don’t even get the requisite 3-points for being at home? Against Clay Helton? USC’s offensive line and linebackers are a 1-point underdog? I’m actually not sold on USC’s corners either but that will set off the fanboys. … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Is Notre Dame This Bad?