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I disagree somewhat with Bruce. I was asked about this yesterday on ISD, and in the interest of time, I'll repost what I thought about their spring game:
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More than 150 recruits were on hand at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Saturday for the USC spring game, an indication that the Trojans and their new coaching staff are again drawing plenty of interested eyes.
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Iman Marshall, the No. 20 overall prospect, is one of many recruits who visited USC for its spring game on Saturday.
Perhaps the most striking interaction came when USC quarterback commit Ricky Town arrived on the sideline and made sure the first recruit he greeted was four-star cornerback Iman Marshall, another top priority for the Trojans. Town intends to be a major recruiter in the 2015 class, and there might not be a more prized target than Marshall, so Town’s beeline toward him was meaningful in many ways.
Defensive lineman Noah Jefferson of Las Vegas Liberty was the biggest out-of-state recruit to make an appearance. USC has not offered Jefferson a scholarship, but there is significant interest from both sides. Jacob Daniel was another highly-rated defensive lineman in attendance.
Offensive tackle Roy Hemsley spearheaded a group of linemen that also included Zach Robertson, Bar Milo and 2016 standout Frank Martin II. Hemsley, who sits atop USC’s board at his position, was impressed by the vibe.
“What stood out to me was how big the support system is, especially since the spring game is just a live practice,” Hemsley said. “They have continued to recruit me and let me know I'm very high on their radar.”
Inside linebacker Cameron Smith might have been the most analytical recruit at the Coliseum, using the opportunity to check out USC’s depth at his position.
“They don't have many guys at inside linebacker, especially not run-stoppers,” Smith said. “I loved the tempo and coaching staff. Everything was great. I felt some love and attention; coach Peter Sirmon was even explaining what my role would be on some plays during 7-on-7. That was cool as well.”
Defensive back might have been the most loaded group, with Marshall, Marvell Tell, DeChaun Holiday, Isaiah Langley, Colin Samuel and Jihree Stewart leading the long list. Brandon Burton, Micah Croom and C.J. Pollard represented the 2016 class.
“I love the atmosphere that they create when they are out there,” said Stewart, who has drawn comparisons to USC signee John Plattenburg. “It seems like a great place for football. I spoke with coach Keith Heyward and they are going to come watch me practice in the next couple weeks.”
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As for the offensive skill positions, wide receiver Equanimeous St. Brown, running back Malik Lovette and 2016 athlete Dylan Crawford were some of the notable names.
“The atmosphere was very intense,” St. Brown said. “I talked to coach Steve Sarkisian, coach Tee Martin and a couple others. Coach Martin told me they have only offered six wide receivers, and I’m one of the big ones.”
Local defensive end Christian Rector had to leave early, so he didn’t have similar conversations with the staff. But he has been hearing his share of recruiting pitches from former high school teammate Chris Brown, a four-star offensive tackle who signed with the Trojans in February.
“My takeaway was probably seeing the coaches react with the players and watching the defense in action,” Rector said. “Chris and I always talk about USC, and he seems really excited about attending in the fall. I don’t have a timeline for a decision yet, though. I’m still open.”
WeAreSC recruiting roundup
" Keisean Lucier-South visited campus on Friday for the first time since the coaching change, getting a tour of the facilities and academic buildings. The highly-rated defensive end said he thoroughly enjoyed his conversations with the coaches, who assured him he is one of their “top guys to get,” regardless of position.
" UCLA running back commit Bolu Olorunfunmi of Fresno (Calif.) Clovis North took in the game. USC has not offered the three-star prospect a scholarship, but he emerged as a potential target shortly after national signing day. The Trojans did not sign a running back in the 2014 class.
" No. 3-rated offensive tackle Chuma Edoga, who visited campus earlier this month, wrote on his Twitter account he would announce a commitment on Monday afternoon, with USC being among the four finalists along with Georgia, Tennessee and Stanford.
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Iman Marshall, the No. 20 overall prospect, is one of many recruits who visited USC for its spring game on Saturday.
Perhaps the most striking interaction came when USC quarterback commit Ricky Town arrived on the sideline and made sure the first recruit he greeted was four-star cornerback Iman Marshall, another top priority for the Trojans. Town intends to be a major recruiter in the 2015 class, and there might not be a more prized target than Marshall, so Town’s beeline toward him was meaningful in many ways.
Defensive lineman Noah Jefferson of Las Vegas Liberty was the biggest out-of-state recruit to make an appearance. USC has not offered Jefferson a scholarship, but there is significant interest from both sides. Jacob Daniel was another highly-rated defensive lineman in attendance.
Offensive tackle Roy Hemsley spearheaded a group of linemen that also included Zach Robertson, Bar Milo and 2016 standout Frank Martin II. Hemsley, who sits atop USC’s board at his position, was impressed by the vibe.
“What stood out to me was how big the support system is, especially since the spring game is just a live practice,” Hemsley said. “They have continued to recruit me and let me know I'm very high on their radar.”
Inside linebacker Cameron Smith might have been the most analytical recruit at the Coliseum, using the opportunity to check out USC’s depth at his position.
“They don't have many guys at inside linebacker, especially not run-stoppers,” Smith said. “I loved the tempo and coaching staff. Everything was great. I felt some love and attention; coach Peter Sirmon was even explaining what my role would be on some plays during 7-on-7. That was cool as well.”
Defensive back might have been the most loaded group, with Marshall, Marvell Tell, DeChaun Holiday, Isaiah Langley, Colin Samuel and Jihree Stewart leading the long list. Brandon Burton, Micah Croom and C.J. Pollard represented the 2016 class.
“I love the atmosphere that they create when they are out there,” said Stewart, who has drawn comparisons to USC signee John Plattenburg. “It seems like a great place for football. I spoke with coach Keith Heyward and they are going to come watch me practice in the next couple weeks.”
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As for the offensive skill positions, wide receiver Equanimeous St. Brown, running back Malik Lovette and 2016 athlete Dylan Crawford were some of the notable names.
“The atmosphere was very intense,” St. Brown said. “I talked to coach Steve Sarkisian, coach Tee Martin and a couple others. Coach Martin told me they have only offered six wide receivers, and I’m one of the big ones.”
Local defensive end Christian Rector had to leave early, so he didn’t have similar conversations with the staff. But he has been hearing his share of recruiting pitches from former high school teammate Chris Brown, a four-star offensive tackle who signed with the Trojans in February.
“My takeaway was probably seeing the coaches react with the players and watching the defense in action,” Rector said. “Chris and I always talk about USC, and he seems really excited about attending in the fall. I don’t have a timeline for a decision yet, though. I’m still open.”
WeAreSC recruiting roundup
" Keisean Lucier-South visited campus on Friday for the first time since the coaching change, getting a tour of the facilities and academic buildings. The highly-rated defensive end said he thoroughly enjoyed his conversations with the coaches, who assured him he is one of their “top guys to get,” regardless of position.
" UCLA running back commit Bolu Olorunfunmi of Fresno (Calif.) Clovis North took in the game. USC has not offered the three-star prospect a scholarship, but he emerged as a potential target shortly after national signing day. The Trojans did not sign a running back in the 2014 class.
" No. 3-rated offensive tackle Chuma Edoga, who visited campus earlier this month, wrote on his Twitter account he would announce a commitment on Monday afternoon, with USC being among the four finalists along with Georgia, Tennessee and Stanford.
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My thing with USC is always this... do you buy the hype?
On paper, they have top talent at every single position. Far more than anyone in their conference when you look at
s, and as such they should basically roll everyone on their regular season schedule not named Stanford. Butttttttttt........
-I'm not sold Kessler is even near the same level as his predecessors like Barkley and Sanchez... who all basically turned out to be busts in the pros, which brings into question how good they even actually were. I think he's a very capable QB, but he couldn't even soundly beat out Wittek last year. I think his ceiling is a B+/A- style player not dominant field general.
-Their skill positions on both sides of the ball are hyped as usual. Wake me up whenever a USC skill position player not named Reggie Bush ever matches his hype. The last couple years their budding stars have taken a step back every season they were supposed to explode (see: Woods & Lee from soph->junior).
-They're paper thin virtually everywhere. Do they pull a Stanford and stay magically healthy all season?
-Their OL looks absolutely horrible, and I'll be surprised if the 3 interior guys they're bringing in will be ready to play immediately.
-Their DL may end up being literally the best in the country. That could be their calling card. How good are their linebackers? How good are their corners?
So I could totally see an 11-1 style season, but I could also totally see an implosion if the wrong guys get injured for them. Only time will tell.
On paper, they have top talent at every single position. Far more than anyone in their conference when you look at
s, and as such they should basically roll everyone on their regular season schedule not named Stanford. Butttttttttt........-I'm not sold Kessler is even near the same level as his predecessors like Barkley and Sanchez... who all basically turned out to be busts in the pros, which brings into question how good they even actually were. I think he's a very capable QB, but he couldn't even soundly beat out Wittek last year. I think his ceiling is a B+/A- style player not dominant field general.
-Their skill positions on both sides of the ball are hyped as usual. Wake me up whenever a USC skill position player not named Reggie Bush ever matches his hype. The last couple years their budding stars have taken a step back every season they were supposed to explode (see: Woods & Lee from soph->junior).
-They're paper thin virtually everywhere. Do they pull a Stanford and stay magically healthy all season?
-Their OL looks absolutely horrible, and I'll be surprised if the 3 interior guys they're bringing in will be ready to play immediately.
-Their DL may end up being literally the best in the country. That could be their calling card. How good are their linebackers? How good are their corners?
So I could totally see an 11-1 style season, but I could also totally see an implosion if the wrong guys get injured for them. Only time will tell.
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My thing with USC is always this... do you buy the hype?
On paper, they have top talent at every single position. Far more than anyone in their conference when you look at
-I'm not sold Kessler is even near the same level as his predecessors like Barkley and Sanchez... who all basically turned out to be busts in the pros, which brings into question how good they even actually were. I think he's a very capable QB, but he couldn't even soundly beat out Wittek last year. I think his ceiling is a B+/A- style player not dominant field general.
-Their skill positions on both sides of the ball are hyped as usual. Wake me up whenever a USC skill position player not named Reggie Bush ever matches his hype. The last couple years their budding stars have taken a step back every season they were supposed to explode (see: Woods & Lee from soph->junior).
-They're paper thin virtually everywhere. Do they pull a Stanford and stay magically healthy all season?
-Their OL looks absolutely horrible, and I'll be surprised if the 3 interior guys they're bringing in will be ready to play immediately.
-Their DL may end up being literally the best in the country. That could be their calling card. How good are their linebackers? How good are their corners?
So I could totally see an 11-1 style season, but I could also totally see an implosion if the wrong guys get injured for them. Only time will tell.
i completely agree on all accounts...i only ask that the 1 loss is to ND...I want them to implode as always
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I refuse to buy into USC until they actually SHOW that they are "back" to being elite. The past 7-8 years they have lost to a mediocre team early in the season and always seem to lose to 2 of 3 of Stanford, Oregon, ND. They are a 3 loss team at best in my mind until they prove otherwise.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>WEST$IDE GET THE MONEY MAN. OFFICIALLY COMMITTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA. <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23TURNTFUPSC&src=hash">#TURNTFUPSC</a> !!! ✌️✌️✌️✌️</p>— Chuma Veggies (@edogawd) <a href="https://twitter.com/edogawd/statuses/458394807996784640">April 22, 2014</a></blockquote>
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Why do people see USC's D line as being awesome? They lose a guy to the draft and I think graduated someone. They were a very talented unit w/no depth last year. I'm assuming the secondary will be good. O line play should sink the O. I'm betting a ton of short passes to try to alleviate Oline problems. An injury anywhere except RB probably is crippling for them considering their lack of depth.
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haha... of course... get money, indeed...
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I saw a lot of "insiders" on Twitter today saying if he picked USC they would bet on a flip by NSD. Hope they're right.
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I have zero info, but when I read the posts above I thought to myself, "I don't think this sticks through NSD". Just a gut feeling with no info to back it up.
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woods,williams,bigelow,---all future 1st rounders
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Coming from a USC fan here... This commitment has a chance to stick he really likes Coach Drevno the Oline coach. He is also best friend's with coach Chris Wilson's son the dline coach brought in from UGA. When Coach came to SC his son has transfered to Serra high school. 6'3" QB from the same high school as Chuma.. with all that said its early for a commitment from a player down south but like I said there is a chance it sticks. We will see long day from signing day
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Leonard Williams (94) and J.R. Tavai (58) combined for 20.5 tackles for loss last year, and both return
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Leonard Williams seemingly played the whole season hurt last year, he could be scary good too when fully healthy
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p><a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23USC&src=hash">#USC</a> picks up big commitment from Los Angeles Windward offensive tackle Roy Hemsley. Commit No. 5 for the Trojans <a href="http://t.co/MOerAbqdmC">pic.twitter.com/MOerAbqdmC</a></p>— Blair Angulo (@bangulo) <a href="https://twitter.com/bangulo/statuses/463763765498888192">May 6, 2014</a></blockquote>
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Picked up a Defensive End
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>DL Noah Jefferson: RT <a href="https://twitter.com/grindintothemax">@grindintothemax</a>: I am now committing to the University of Southern California, to god be the glory <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23fighton&src=hash">#fighton</a> ✌️����</p>— Blair Angulo (@bangulo) <a href="https://twitter.com/bangulo/statuses/467002927928709120">May 15, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>DL Noah Jefferson: RT <a href="https://twitter.com/grindintothemax">@grindintothemax</a>: I am now committing to the University of Southern California, to god be the glory <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23fighton&src=hash">#fighton</a> ✌️����</p>— Blair Angulo (@bangulo) <a href="https://twitter.com/bangulo/statuses/467002927928709120">May 15, 2014</a></blockquote>
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Yep, he's going to one of the most corrupt and ethically bankrupt programs in college football history. Go figure.
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McShay has Williams going 1 overall. Wow. Hopefully we spoil his fun this year.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>.<a href="https://twitter.com/McShay13">@McShay13</a>'s way-too-early mock <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23NFLDraft&src=hash">#NFLDraft</a> for 2015:
1 L.Williams, DL, USC
2 A.Cooper, WR, BAMA <a href="http://t.co/tWWqilM23l">http://t.co/tWWqilM23l</a> <a href="http://t.co/LtAT8UootD">pic.twitter.com/LtAT8UootD</a></p>— ESPN CollegeFootball (@ESPNCFB) <a href="https://twitter.com/ESPNCFB/statuses/467346192297648128">May 16, 2014</a></blockquote>
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1 L.Williams, DL, USC
2 A.Cooper, WR, BAMA <a href="http://t.co/tWWqilM23l">http://t.co/tWWqilM23l</a> <a href="http://t.co/LtAT8UootD">pic.twitter.com/LtAT8UootD</a></p>— ESPN CollegeFootball (@ESPNCFB) <a href="https://twitter.com/ESPNCFB/statuses/467346192297648128">May 16, 2014</a></blockquote>
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he's a beast, i posted the entire list in the 2014 draft thread if you're interested
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Awesome, reps.
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I hear ya, better have this philosophy against UNC as well... their return game can single handedly win games...
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Cooper at 2? I'd be shocked.
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He has the Browns at number 2... so it's possible...
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After some really bad camps, 5 star Ricky Town (#8 overall) expected to take a significant dip in the ratings on Rivals when their new rankings come out soon. I've never understood the Town love, and wasn't concerned one bit when USC got him (he's no better than Kessler IMO...he just doesn't move the needle for me)...and now that he's underwhelmed in the camp circuit, even many USC fans aren't complaining about the drop and are starting to wonder who's better, Town or Stills, who they aren't recruiting as hard anymore.
Somewhere LAX is smiling....
Somewhere LAX is smiling....
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p><a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23USC&src=hash">#USC</a> pulled in a big recruit last night with the addition of 4-star LB Cameron Smith <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23Trojans&src=hash">#Trojans</a> <a href="http://t.co/0TZe6bvxoc">http://t.co/0TZe6bvxoc</a> -- THUMP back at MLB!</p>— Mike Farrell (@rivalsmike) <a href="https://twitter.com/rivalsmike/statuses/469470890523385856">May 22, 2014</a></blockquote>
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