USC Notes: Some Things Never Change

USC was picked to finish seventh in the Big Ten media poll conducted by the Columbus Dispatch. Illinois was picked to win the conference. Did you know Jahkeem Stewart and Jide Abasiri combined for one tackle against Washington? USC alumnus and yell leader Lindley Bothwell invented the world’s first moving (sequential) card stunt in 1922, but since at least the 1970’s the student section has … Continue reading USC Notes: Some Things Never Change

USC Morning Buzz: Was Securing No. 1 Recruiting Class Too Important?

Before the season, I said to expect a handful of true freshman to contribute in a meaningful way: Luke Wafle, Trent Mosley, Kayden Dixon-Wyatt. Then you have a few others who play in games like Elbert Hill and Ryan Wormley. This is why GM Chad Bowden should have signed more transfers. USC did not go all-out to get a linebacker or another cornerback. It needed … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Was Securing No. 1 Recruiting Class Too Important?

When Do We Hear From Architects Of Disaster?

Has anyone heard from Chad Bowden? He was narrating hype videos last spring that took shots at Notre Dame and Oregon. Now? Crickets. Let’s dig back: What about Mike Bohn? What about Brandon Sosna? They saddled USC with this ridiculous contract for Lincoln Riley. And not once has either taken accountability. Bohn is missing in action and Sosna is hiding deep within the Washington Commanders … Continue reading When Do We Hear From Architects Of Disaster?

USC Morning Buzz: Who Is The Fraud Now (Again)?

Why can’t USC cover tight ends? Oregon tight end Jamari Johnson was targeted seven times and caught seven passes for 119 yards. He was actually 8 for 8 but a great one-handed catch at the end of the first half was called back for a penalty. Grandpa Patterson doesn’t cover the tight end. Neither did D’Anton Lynn nor Alex Grinch. I first called Lincoln Riley … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Who Is The Fraud Now (Again)?

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My Analysis Of A Leaderless Effort Vs. Oregon

I said last night this was one of the most shameful USC losses I ever witnessed and now I will explain. It had nothing to do with losing to Oregon. That was something I knew had a pretty good chance of happening. No, the shame started with the controversial hit by linebacker Desman Stephens and then USC’s reaction. It all stems from having a gutless … Continue reading My Analysis Of A Leaderless Effort Vs. Oregon