Which USC game most-qualifies as a trap game? USC will host Washington. It travels to Penn State. It faces UCLA at the Rose Bowl. And few will mention it, but there is a trip to Wisconsin that could be dicey. So which game is the biggest trap game? Continue reading Morning Buzz: What Is USC’s Biggest Trap Game?

Was your heart broken by the USA last night at the World Cup? It was about as uninspiring an effort as could be possible, especially given the environment in Seattle. For me, a big problem is Christian Pulisic, who for some reason gets all the endorsement deals despite a demeanor that often comes across as aloof. He certainly did not act like it was the … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Beware The Indifferent Leader

With the World Cup grabbing all the attention, and Brazil crashing out of the tournament, it’s a good time to remember that some compared USC to Brazil before the tournament. Two teams that have won a lot of titles but haven’t won anything for more than 20 years. Iconic uniforms. Good at underperforming. Full of tradition. Plenty of swagger. Fans think they are better than … Continue reading Morning Buzz: The World Cup And USC Have Similarities