USC did BYU a huge favor. The Cougars have a signature victory, a case to be ranked No. 1 and a clear path to CFP because Lincoln Riley did not want to play Notre Dame. It also helps the reputation of Big 12 teams like Utah and Texas Tech, who also have College Football Playoff aspirations. Meanwhile, Penn State lost to Michigan on Saturday. So … Continue reading Sunday Buzz: USC Did BYU A Big Favor
USC president Beong-Soo Kim had his Investiture ceremony yesterday on campus. Kim did an interview with the L.A. Times and was asked by a reporter if USC could afford to pay a buyout for Lincoln Riley, which could be up to $70 million. “We’re not thinking about that,” Kim said. “We are laser focused on the next game, and then the game after that.” It’s … Continue reading USC Saturday Buzz: President Says He Isn’t Thinking About Lincoln Riley
With a 24-team College Football Playoff, what are the chances a school goes independent like Notre Dame? USC would certainly consider it because it considers anything that would make more money. It could schedule nine home games and not share its TV money with a conference. It would be even better if Ohio State and Michigan went along to form a mini-alliance, and the three … Continue reading If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column
The College Football Playoff is nearing a deal to expand to 24 teams, ESPN reports. The corks must be popping in Lincoln Riley’s office. Will teams like USC ever play meaningful non-conference games again? Jen Cohen has promised to play Power 4 teams but has yet to deliver and she’s probably referring to bad Power 4 teams like Stanford. We already know Riley doesn’t want … Continue reading Will USC Play Anyone With 24-Team College Football Playoff?
It’s pretty amazing that Lincoln Riley, during his post-game victory lap at Penn State, tried to stick it to anyone who questioned his program. Why? Because USC plastered billboards all over Southern California in the offseason that said, “The Time Is Now.” That wasn’t the fans or media making unrealistic claims. It was USC. So why get defensive when USC plays poorly against Rutgers and … Continue reading Morning Buzz: Let’s Remember USC Created The Expectations For This Season
QUARTERBACK Jayden Maiava has played so many games that the template is clear. If you give him time to pass, he can hurt you. D’Anton Lynn watched Maiava for two years at USC and decided the best tact was to rush three men. Seriously. The other factor was the return of Trent Mosley. Grade: C+ RUNNING BACKS USC grinded out a 4.3-yard per carry average … Continue reading USC-Penn State Report Card
