Bleav in USC

Rhett Lewis and Tom Hannifan are here with yet another episode of Bleav in Big Ten this week and they are talking all about which teams they believe could take big steps up from their last season. Is your favorite Big Ten team slated for a BIG step up this upcoming season? Which teams have a big question mark at QB that hinges their entire season on it? Listen in NOW to hear all about which teams are expected to make the big jump NOW!

Rhett Lewis and Tom Hannifan are back with another brand new episode of the Bleav in Big Ten podcast and this time they are talking about one of the newer teams to join the conference with former NFL QB and USC legend, Cody Kessler. They get really deep into what the USC roster looks like, with all of the season by season turnover in account and what this upcoming season might look like for this exciting Big Ten team. Who does Cody think will show out? Who does he expect a step back from? Listen in NOW to find out!! Right here on Bleav in Big Ten.

Aaron Heisen, a beat reporter for the southern California news group, was at the game where Juju Watkins went down with an ACL Injury breaks down the emotion in the arena, the impact on Juju's career, and how the USC Women's basketball team will rally without Juju Watkins. For more of Aaron's work, visit: https://aaronheisen.com/

In this Signing Day special, Coop and Luca Evans (Southern California News Group) have a wide-ranging discussion touching on all aspects of USC football from Jahkeem Stewart's commitment to Matt Entz's departure to the upcoming transfer portal window and more.

In this GAMEDAY edition of the Bleav in USC podcast, Coop and Luca Evans of the Southern California New Group dive into the quarterback situation and D'Anton Lynn's role in the upcoming "Battle of Los Angeles" as the Trojans try to get bowl eligible against the Bruins at the Rose Bowl! That and more... give it a listen

In this episode, Coop and Terrell dive into the Trojan win over Nebraska and Jayden Maiava's first start as USC's starting QB. Is he the answer going forward? Now that Husan Longstreet is waiting in the wings do things look different? Also a look ahead at UCLA and what the importance of a win over the Bruins looks like. That and more!

In this episode, Coop and Luca Evans (Southern California News Group) take a deep dive into the state of USC football, talking the finer points of the QB change, throwback uniforms, and the NCAA levying a probationary period on the Trojan football program.

In this episode, Coop and Terrell dive into the quarterback change at the center of the USC universe, while also talking recruiting (where are things going wrong?) and what the outlook going forward might be. Is this a time to be excited about USC football? No. There are exciting items in play, but overall it's a frustrating moment.

In this episode, Coop and Luca Evans (Southern California News Group) dive into the Trojans' win over Rutgers and look up close at some of the bright spots (Makai Lemon), make some comments on the state of the O-Line, and get into the nitty gritty on Lincoln Riley and what might be reasonable to expect going forward.

In this episode, Coop and Luca Evans (Southern California News Group) get into everything. From the loss at Maryland to USC's recruiting local schools and Lincoln Riley's long-term prospects at USC. This pod covers it all and is the perfect hate listen for any USC fan trying to figure things out in a frustrating season.

In this episode, Coop and Terrell dissect the string of frustrating losses that have derailed USC's season. What once looked like a dream has become a weekly exercise in frustration. What do we make of it, where do we go, and why should we keep watching? Those questions answered and more.

In this episode, Coop and Terrell look back at Minnesota, ahead to Penn State, and dive into some of the finer discussions about USC's current football culture. What is good, what needs to change, and who is going to change it? Those topics and more!

In this episode, Coop and Luca Evans (Southern California News Group) get into what went wrong against Minnesota and what do we make of the team going forward? Is Lincoln Riley actually as bad as the fans are suggesting? How do we stomach a loss like this and look at it through sober eyes?

In this episode, Coop and Terrell look back at the win over Wisconsin to figure out what we can learn, if anything, from the Trojans' latest effort. Plus a look ahead to the Minnesota showdown on Saturday and an exploration of the emerging wide receivers from the perspective of a former NLF defensive back.

In this episode, Cooper and Luca Evans of the Southern California News Group dive into USC's come-from-behind win over Wisconsin. The Trojans officially have their first BIG win but what did we learn from the game itself?

In this episode, Coop and Terrell break down the loss to Michigan a little further, while also launching into a discussion on Bear Alexander's departure and what it means to actually be a Trojans. Strong words and strong takes in this one!

In this extended episode of the Bleav in USC podcast, Coop and Luca Evans of the Southern California News Group deep dive into USC's heartbreaking loss to Michigan on Saturday at the Big House. But fear not! Even in the face of crushing disappointment, there is a tremendous amount to be excited about.

In this episode, Coop welcomes former USC All-Pac-12 selection and NFL 2nd-round pick Terrell Thomas to the program for the first time. The duo preview the USC vs. Michigan game and explore a host of other topics including the transfer portal, USC's dynamite coaching staff, what it means to be a Trojan, and much more.

In this episode, Luca Evans of the Southern California News Group joins Cooper to preview USC's upcoming trip to the Big House. The guys get into the Michigan QB situation, what to expect from D'Antonn Lynn, this specific game's place in the big picture, and many more topics.

In this Bye Week edition of the Bleav in USC podcast, Coop catches up with Luca Evans of the Southern California New Group for their weekly conversation, diving into all things Trojan football after USC routs Utah State 48-0. Takeaways from the tight end position, the development of Eric Gentry, how expectations might be changing, and could the Michigan game now be a must-win?

In this episode of the Bleav in USC podcast, Coop is joined by Big Ten Network sideline reporter and host of the Bleav in Big Ten program, Rhett Lewis. After seeing USC play in person for the first time, Rhett offers his perspective on the Trojans.

In this special edition of the Bleav in USC podcast, Coop is joined by former USC quarterback, Heisman Trophy Finalist, and Los Angeles radio personality Rodney Peete.

In this episode, Cooper Perkins and Luca Evans of the Southern California News Group convene to share their perspectives and takeaways from USC's season-opening upset win over LSU. From Miller Moss to an improved defense and everything in between, this in-depth conversation rounds out opening weekend perfectly.

In this very special episode of Bleav in Big Ten on the brink of the start of the kickoff of this season, Rhett Lewis is joined by 2 very special guests in back to back segments in order to preview the biggest matchup in the Big Ten and a beginning of a new Big Ten career for USC as they take on the LSU Tigers. First, Cooper Perkins host of Bleav in USC joins the pod to talk USC's chances and changes to their defense this year and then we get some of the counter points from Blake Ruffino of Ruffino & Joe.

Luca Evans joins Cooper for a wide-ranging conversation that sets the stage for Week 1 of the USC football season as the Trojans head to Las Vegas on Sunday to open against LSU.

In this episode, Coop discusses the AP Top-25 and dives into the QB recruiting conundrum.

In this episode, Coop turns the page back to Big 10 Media Days and discusses some of the key points that came out of Lincoln Riley's first appearance at the event. Also some big questions entering Fall Camp, which opens on Friday.

In this episode, Coop is joined by USC beat reported Luca Evans of the Southern California News Group (OC Register, Daily Breeze, etc.). They dive deep on the USC NIL apparatus and explore the complications at work that may be hindering the entities from functioning at peak form.

In this episode, Coop discusses the most recent recruiting news at USC before taking a couple of light hearted questions on Trojan football and the upcoming College Football 25 video game.

In this episode, Coop reacts to CBS analyst Tom Fornelli's win-loss predictions for the Trojans by breaking all 12 games into four categories and exploring what he thinks the likeliest possibilities are and why.

In this episode, Coop reacts to the news of two massive de-commitments from USC's 2025 recruiting class and explores some recruiting questions going forward.

In this episode, Coop dives into the news of the big recruiting weekend and gives his thoughts on where recruiting in general is headed under the current coaching staff.`

In the first part of this two-part series, Coop gives his list of the breakout candidates on USC's offense heading into the 2024 season.

In this episode, Coop dives into the question of whether or not the Trojans should continue playing Notre Dame on an annual basis. What kind of program do Trojan fans want to root for and what is the actual goal moving forward?

In this episode, Coop briefly previews the first three games on USC's schedule and gives his thoughts on the likeliest outcomes of that opening-season stretch.

Coop finishes out a short two-part series looking at USC's additions and subtractions via the transfer portal. In this second installment, we dive into the five tiers of transfer additions and make a case for each player's placement and impact.

The 6 Tiers of Transfer Portal Losses Tier 1 - Step Up (from a roster talent perspective) CB Domani Jackson - Alabama WR Michael Jackson III - Georgia Tier 2 - Power 5 Lateral Move (approximate) RB Darwin Barlow - UNC LB Tackett Curtis - Wisconsin WR Dorian Singer - Utah OL Michael Tarquin - Oklahoma DL Isaiah Raikes - Auburn Tier 3 - Power 5 Step Down/Very Good Group of 5 RB Raleek Brown - Arizona St. DE Romello Height - Georgia Tech WR Mario Williams - Tulane QB Malachi Nelson - Boise St. Tier 4 - Solid Group of 5/Terrible Power 5 CB TreQuan Fegans - UCF DL Korey Foreman - Fresno St. DL Deijon Laffite - Fresno St. OL Cooper Lovelace - Northwestern Tier 5 - Mediocre Group of 5 DB Xamarian Gordon - Costal Carolina LB Chris Thompson, Jr. - Tulsa TE Jude Wolfe - San Diego St. Tier 6 - How were they on the roster? DL De'Jon Benton - New Mexico OL Andres Dewark - Appalachian St. CB Fabian Ross - Hawaii

3:00 Lincoln Riley's stubornness 14:35 Who has to adjust to whom in the Big 10?

1:20 USC's defense moving forward 5:16 Lincoln Riley's philosophies on coaching 7:45 Pac-12 teams entering the Big Ten 11:30 Signs of success for USC entering the Big Ten 16:45 USC's quarterback room moving forward 19:55 USC's early-season schedule 22:10 USC's best case/worst case for 2024 24:10 Would Lincoln Riley ever walk away from USC?

In this episode, Coop touches on a recent transfer portal acquisition for the Trojans. We then follow up with some thoughts on what the transfer portal pickings are likely to look like going forward and take a first deep dive look into the neutral site season-opener vs. LSU on September 1.

Coop touches on a few USC football notes, including the NFL draft and some transfer portal developments. Also a brief conversation about Trojan basketball on both the men's and women's sides. Also a deep dive on why it's so important that Reggie Bush get his Heisman trophy back.

Coop dives into the spring game and gives his positive takeaways. We revisit some of the things to watch going into the spring game and also take a look at what needs to happen for USC to potentially be a 10 or 11 win team when it's all said and done.

USC Spring Game 0:00-12:07 Transfer Portal 12:08-Finish

0:00 Isaiah Raikes & Jason Zandamela transfers 9:58 Willi Wascher commits to USC

1:42 Bear Alexander & NIL consequences 7:44 Quarterback recruiting 14:51 Isaiah Collier's departure

0:00 - Eric Musselman 6:39 - USC Football Commitments/Bear Alexander 9:55 - Mailbag (Miller Moss) 17:00 - Mailbag (USC Baseball)

0:00 - 1:23 USC Women's Basketball 1:24 - 13:17 USC Football Recruiting 13:26 - 20:23 Andy Enfield's departure 20:25 - 25:25 The importance of Caleb Williams succeeding in the NFL

Phil Simms and Matt Simms share their scouting report for 2024 NFL Draft prospect Caleb Williams from USC

Rivalry Week in Trojan Town should always mean something. This year, the Trojans may not be playing to keep their CFP or even Pac-12 Title game hopes alive, but accoriding to USC legend Lendale White, this group should always want to beat down on their little brothers from Westwood. In this episode Kristen Lago and White dive into all things USC, UCLA rivalry. From what's at stake in this year's matchup, to what the legacy quarterback Caleb Williams is leaving behind might be. We touch on how this game's meaning has changed since the days of Pete Caroll and even discuss a little outside the Trojans to find out who White believes might be the CFP sleeper of the season.

For many Trojan fans (us included) it seemed like this day would never come, but after a heartbreaking loss to the Huskies, Alex Grinch is out as the defensive coordinator. So, where does that leave USC football? According to Trojan great, Lendale White, it leaves them with something to prove. In this episode we dive into why Grinch had to go, the misplaced criticism on Caleb Williams showcasing his emotions, and what USC needs to do to surprise people in Oregon this weekend.

You read the title right? Sure, USC beat Cal (albeit by a singular point), but why did the win feel more like a loss? Bleav in USC hosts Kristen Lago and Lendale White are breaking down last week's 50-49 win on the road at Cal. Listen in to find out why Lendale has more questions than answers from this USC football team and get a preview of what will be a big test for the Trojans - at home this weekend against No. 5 Washington.