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USC leaves it late, but still beats ND

Ivan Maisel, ESPN.com

It looked like USC might be on its way to another dominating win over Notre Dame. But the Trojans had to survive a late Irish comeback before earning the win.

Story | Conversation | October 17, 2009

USC's QB search has plenty of legs

Ivan Maisel, ESPN.com

...new dimension to USC's offense with his running ability. Corp can run the ball. Sure, Matt Leinart and Mark Sanchez moved well enough to prove they could throw on the run. But Corp...

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BCS more mature at 10, but reputation still suffers

Ivan Maisel, ESPN.com

Controversy and criticism surrounded the first 10 years of the BCS, but college football has never been more successful. That is the paradox of the BCS decade.

Story | Conversation | May 18, 2008

Sarkisian: Nice head start but early arrival no guarantee

Ivan Maisel, ESPN.com

Sure, there are some advantages to arriving on campus early, but USC offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian doesn't think it's a huge help, writes Ivan Maisel.

Story | Conversation | July 30, 2007

Carroll's coaching propels USC to top of decade ranking

Ivan Maisel, ESPN.com

With its two national championships, top-ranked recruiting classes and enthusiastic coach, USC made the strongest bid to be the top-ranked program in the last 10 years.

Story | Conversation | July 25, 2007

Coaches, scouts and GMs weigh in on Senior Bowl

Ivan Maisel, ESPN.com

ESPN.com discussed Senior Bowl Week with representatives from every level of the NFL here this week. While their goal may be the same, their perspectives certainly aren't.

Story | Conversation | January 24, 2007

Replacement Trojans shining in anonymity

Ivan Maisel, ESPN.com

You might not know the current Trojans, but that doesn't mean they're any less talented than last year's squad, writes Ivan Maisel.

Story | Conversation | November 30, 2006

Just For Argument's Sake...

Ivan Maisel, ESPN.com

From how to woo a mom in recruiting to finding out what happened to USC's Chauncey Washington to Miami's soapbox moment, Ivan Maisel tackles all the hot topics.

Story | Conversation | October 18, 2006

Just For Argument's Sake ...

Ivan Maisel, ESPN.com

From players and teams that got away to the NCAA showing some heart to how to pull and lead the sweep, Ivan Maisel tackles all the hot topics.

Story | Conversation | September 12, 2006

Bomar's departure increases bull's-eye on Peterson

Ivan Maisel, ESPN.com

A healthy, more mature Adrian Peterson might be the only thing standing between Oklahoma and an offensive disaster, writes Ivan Maisel.

Story | Conversation | August 22, 2006

Perennial pigskin paradigm questioned

Ivan Maisel, ESPN.com

"Defense wins championships" is a staple of the coaching lexicon, but has the advent of the passing game changed the eternal premise of the game? Ivan Maisel explores.

Story | Conversation | August 08, 2006

USC quarterback might miss rest of spring

Ivan Maisel, ESPN.com

USC quarterback John David Booty injured his back in the Trojans' first practice Tuesday, sources told Ivan Maisel. Head coach Pete Carroll did not rule out a disk problem or the possibility that surgery would be needed.

Story | Conversation | March 23, 2006

Cutler, Robinson, Whitehurst feast on Chow's lessons

Ivan Maisel, ESPN.com

There are a million ingredients that go into playing QB in the NFL. Norm Chow served up a first course of lessons this week, writes Ivan Maisel.

Story | Conversation | January 26, 2006

Early departure analysis fuels flood of e-mails

Ivan Maisel, ESPN.com

Why is Ivan Maisel's inbox full? Start with his take on which teams were hurt by early departures. Then add columns on Vince Young and Marcus Vick.

Story | Conversation | January 19, 2006

Bush elevates entire USC offense

Ivan Maisel, ESPN.com

In their final pre-game press conferences on Tuesday, Pete Carroll and Mack Brown waxed eloquently about their teams.

Story | Conversation | January 03, 2006