Some people don’t believe me when I say USC is a circus. I got a call last night from a USC campus security source telling me what happened at Thursday’s spring football practice at Howard Jones Field. And you will find it hard to believe. A guy showed up off the street who wanted to be a walk-on and found his way inside the McKay … Continue reading If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column
USC accepted 12.4 percent of its applicants this year. USC received a record 70,971 applications. That is 7 percent more than the previous record, which was set in 2019. It was also 20 percent more than applied last year. There was a fierce recruitment between Oregon and USC a few years ago for offensive tackle Jonah Tauanu’u of Narbonne, who signed with the Ducks. It … Continue reading USC Admission Stats Are Out
Defensive tackle Jamar Sekona was a surprise starter during Tuesday’s opening spring practice. The reason why became apparent today when defensive coordinator Todd Orlando said Sekona changed his body during offseason workouts. “We’re going to play the toughest dudes that we’ve got,” Orlando said. Did anyone feel like Orlando instilled toughness season? I didn’t. Orlando also praised safety Xavion Alford. “I love his sense of … Continue reading An Early Spring Surprise
USC might still be celebrating its Elite Eight appearance but there are already some pressing questions ahead. It’s important to know who is leaving if USC is going to bring in any transfers. Will Isaiah Mobley leave? Tahj Eaddy is 24 years old so he is expected to leave for the sake of his potential pro career. Does Isaiah White want to return? Does Chevez … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Questions Need Immediate Answers
Defensive tackle Ishmael Sopsher, the transfer from Alabama, has been getting around USC recently on a portable scooter after undergoing surgery for compartment syndrome. He will miss spring practice. Meanwhile, I’ve heard some glowing early reports about the attitude of tailback Keaontay Ingram, the transfer from Texas, and coaches fully expect a significant role for him. USC is deep at tailback (Vavae Malepeai, Stephen Carr, Kenan … Continue reading Wednesday USC Notes: Quick Look At Transfers
When you make it to the Elite Eight at USC, it’s always noteworthy. USC didn’t win the Pac-12 Conference. It didn’t win the Pac-12 Tournament. But it did get to the Elite Eight. The question is did it get there because of or in spite of Andy Enfield? Here’s two small examples of why I say things like that: When point guard Julian Jacobs wanted … Continue reading Can USC Remain An Elite Eight Contender?
