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USC Head Coach Lane Kiffin has Considered Coaching at Smaller School
USC head coach Lane Kiffin has found his job security questioned on numerous account heading into this upcoming college football season. If you remember, Kiffin’s Trojans were ranked #1 in the preseason this past year and was thought to be a favorite for a national title. We know how things turned out though, as the Trojans finished the season outside the top 25 and lost in the...
Kiffin and USC strive for drama-free 2013 season
Lane Kiffin has an idea.
He's not serious about it. Not really. There is, however, just a hint in his voice that suggests he's not totally joking, either.
''I did think the other day what it would be like to be a high school head coach or to be at a small school,'' Kiffin said. ''I thought about it the other day. The first time. I wonder if there...
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Kiffin to coach at small school?
The USC coach has taken several high-profile coaching jobs in the last decade, but now he's hinting that a lower profile gig could be in his future.
Video: Someone Made A Ridiculous Lane Kiffin Rap Song
It was only a matter of time before USC head coach Lane Kiffin was back in the news. This time though, it really isn’t his fault.
We have no idea why, but rappers Zander K and Ceddy Gomez decided to create this song named after Lane.
While it may not be the best rap ever, at least the production quality is pretty good. Have a listen:
Kiffin in search of physical balance
Health, or lack thereof, was a major concern for USC during spring practice.
By the time they reached the spring game in April, they couldnt do any hitting and barely had enough players to participate. Former offensive lineman Jeremy Galten was even brought back to play tight end.
During that game, 20 players, including 16 on scholarship, were out due to various injuries.
It...
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USC Trojans could rotate Cody Kessler, Max Wittek to open 2013 season
Lane Kiffin and the USC Trojans may wind up playing both Max Wittek and Cody Kessler at quarterback once the 2013 regular season kicks off.
Raiders Targeting Matt Barkley At No. 42?
ESPN’s Bill Williamson reports that he’s been “hearing a lot of chatter” that the Raiders could be targeting USC QB Matt Barkley at No. 42 overall.
Williamson adds that Raiders GM Reggie McKenzie was in attendance for Barkley’s Pro Day.
There have been some mixed reports regarding available quarterbacks like Geno Smith and Barkley this morning. Some have mentioned...
USC's Dedmon to leave school early for pros
Dewayne Dedmon, a 7-foot center from Lancaster who had one year of eligibility left at USC, decided Wednesday to declare for the NBA draft.
In a quote released by USC, Dedmon said, "It's just my time to chase my dream and go to the NBA. I had a great time at USC and it was a good experience. I had some ups and downs and learned a lot and believe it is best for me to turn...
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As an underrated passer, Matt Barkley ‘has a personality that is going to take him a long way’ in the NFL
Decision makers across the NFL have differing opinions on Matt Barkley and it’s entirely unknown where the former USC signal-caller will be selected in Thursday’s draft. Despite completing 55-of-60 attempts at Pro Day, Yahoo’s Mike Silver reports a “high-level executive for one quarterback-needy franchise” was so unimpressed by Barkley’s arm strength that he bailed early...
Matt Barkley Says USC’s Play-Calling Got Too Predictable
Matt Barkley struggled as a passer during his final season at USC and with hindsight being 20/20, he probably should have come out as a junior.
Several things contributed to Barkley struggling, but one mainly comes to mind when he talked to Yahoo Sports. Barkley who has taken a lot of heat and criticism for forcing throws, told Mike Silver that the “Trojans play calling got...
Kessler makes statement in USC spring game
LOS ANGELES Before a ball was snapped or a pass was thrown during USCs spring game at the Coliseum on Saturday, Cody Kessler trotted out to midfield where he met his teammate, Hayes Pullard, and the officials.
Much to his surprise, Kessler was ordered by his head coach, Lane Kiffin, to go out and be the captain for the Cardinal team.
Kiffin was like go out there, Kessler recalled...
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April 13, 2013
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Enfield ready to change culture at USC
LOS ANGELES -- The facts are staggering.
USC basketball hasn't been the Elite Eight since 2001, and has advanced to only two Final Fours since 1954.
Across town, UCLA basketball boasts 11 national titles, ten of those thanks to legendary coach John Wooden, and handfuls of conference championships.Here are the opening remarks of new @usc_hoops head coach Andy Enfield: youtu...
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April 03, 2013
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Amanda Marcum Enfield and Layla Kiffin form attractive tandem at USC (Pictures)
When USC announced on Monday night that they have hired former Florida Gulf Coast coach Andy Enfield, they secured more than just the school’s basketball future. In bringing Enfield to Southern Cal, the university has also locked down one of the best-looking WAG tandems in college athletics. Enfield’s former supermodel wife Amanda Marcum Enfield received about as much attention...
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Report: USC players in postgame brawl
Following a blowout loss to the Washington State Cougars, two USC basketball players are in a Spokane jail after an alleged downtown fight.
Kennedy Polamalu and Lane Kiffin reportedly got into fight before bowl game
The recent firing of running backs coach Kennedy Polamalu by USC head coach Lane Kiffin came as a surprise to most people. Kennedy was the only former Trojan player on staff, and he was considered to be a top recruiter. Though his job title listed him as offensive coordinator, that position was held mostly in name since Kiffin called the plays. But it sounds like Polamalu clashed...
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