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USC Morning Buzz: An Underreported Seahawks Connection

With all the ties between USC and the Seattle Seahawks, there is one that didn’t get mentioned yesterday. Former USC player/assistant coach Kennedy Polamalu was an assistant coach with the Seahawks until taking a personal leave of absence in December. Last month, it was announced he would not be returning to the team. No explanation was given for the leave of absence. He joined the … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: An Underreported Seahawks Connection

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It’s A USC Super Bowl!

The USC Seahawks won in style tonight. The cherry on top was when Uchenna Nwosu scored a touchdown on a fumble recovery. So here’s a story on him: When Ed Orgeron was the interim coach following the firing of Lane Kiffin, the recruiting class fell apart. Orgeron decided to offer a scholarship to Nwosu. There was resistance from Pat Haden and J.K. McKay about whether … Continue reading It’s A USC Super Bowl!

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USC Super Bowl Sunday Buzz: A Telling Story On Sam Darnold

Sam Darnold is going to wear No. 14 with the Seattle Seahawks, the number he has worn since USC. But unlike many players, Darnold did not demand to wear No. 14. When he arrived at USC, he did not make any demands for a jersey number, which is different than many recruits. Just think of all the numbers USC has worn by two players because … Continue reading USC Super Bowl Sunday Buzz: A Telling Story On Sam Darnold

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USC Saturday Buzz: Would Lincoln Riley Want A Legend?

There’s been some speculation that USC should hire Ed Orgeron as defensive line coach. This happens whenever USC has an opening for a d-line coach. I don’t see it happening because Orgeron and Lincoln Riley are like oil and water. Orgeron wants to play physical football. Does Riley? Orgeron would want demanding, physical practices? Would Riley? Also: I’m not sure Riley ever got over the … Continue reading USC Saturday Buzz: Would Lincoln Riley Want A Legend?

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If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column

It’s not something that will be discussed in polite circles, but there are a couple scenarios where Gary Patterson could be leading the USC football program. Let’s say USC’s schedule is a little too difficult for Lincoln Riley, if he got fired who would be the immiediate replacement? Patterson. Or, let’s say Riley’s represenatatives reach out to schools again for open jobs. Like a Florida … Continue reading If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column

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Not Every School Is Dumbing Down Their Schedule

Texas athletic director Chris Del Conte has spoken at length on non-conference schedules and his desire for an expanded College Football Playoff. “I prefer to preserve the regular season by playing great games and not dumbing down your schedule and playing nobody with the hopes that you can get in the playoff because you played nobody. If we can strengthen our regular season and keep … Continue reading Not Every School Is Dumbing Down Their Schedule

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