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After what seems to be an early start to the season, things will get tough for the Trojans starting on Sept. 28, when a three-game stretch att Arizona State, home for Arizona and at Notre Dame kicks off.

Story | Conversation | May 16, 2013

While a lot of Pac-12 schools have hit home runs with recent coaching hires, history suggests that there's no failsafe formula to ensure success.

Story | Conversation | January 20, 2013

Steve Bisheff gives his take on the bowl season, from USC's ineptitude to Johnny Manziel's brilliance and everything in between.

Story | Conversation | January 08, 2013

A big win over Arizona State, led by the beleaguered defense, has USC feeling good heading into a huge showdown with rival UCLA.

With USC's defense struggling mightily against the spread offense, it creates an awkward situation for Lane and Monte Kiffin.

Story | Conversation | November 07, 2012

Still reeling from losses to Arizona and Oregon, the USC Trojans must brace for fresh challenges from high-scoring Arizona State and UCLA.

Steve Bisheff writes that USC coach Lane Kiffin needs to spend some time building his defense instead of just focusing on the offense.

Story | Conversation | November 04, 2012

USC can still force a rematch with Oregon in the Pac-12 title game, but the Trojans will have to go a long way to earn it.

Story | Conversation | November 04, 2012

After coming up short against Oregon on Saturday, USC can only hope to see Oregon again in the Pac-12 title game.

While USC's offense was prolific and the Trojans kept fighting back, they were a step behind No. 4 Oregon at all times in the Ducks' 62-51 victory Saturday.

Greg Katz writes that Chip Kelly has become the latest innovator in college football, and some of his methods have rubbed off on USC.

Story | Conversation | November 01, 2012

Steve Bisheff thinks Oregon should be bigger favorites against USC, that Manti Te'o has Heisman promise and wonders what Mike Trout has to do to be a Gold Glover.

Story | Conversation | October 31, 2012

No one's been able to figure out Oregon's offense this year, and for the Trojans to have a shot, they're going to need great linebacker play.

Oregon's last loss came last November at the hands of USC, so it's safe to say that the No. 4 Ducks will be ready for the Trojans this time around.

Greg Katz writes that the he problems plaguing USC this season have been all about setting up Oregon.

Story | Conversation | October 28, 2012

USC controls its fate as it begins a stretch that will determine Rose Bowl and national-title aspirations.

Story | Conversation | October 15, 2012