USC offers Cody Kessler, a Bakersfield quarterback, a scholarship to become the latest top quarterback prospect to wear the Cardinal and Gold. If accepted, he can follow the path of other former great USC quarterbacks: Carson Palmer, Matt Leinart, Matt Cassel, and Mark Sanchez.

Here’s an interview with Cody:

What are you thoughts of the latest scholarship offer?

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With Notre Dame fans getting tired and restless of Charlie Weis false promises at Notre Dame, it remains to be seen if Charlie will be up to his old tricks again this weekend against the USC Trojans. Will he not cut the grass at Notre Dame stadium in an attempt to neutralize USC’s speed?

A screen shot of the 2005 game between USC vs. Notre Dame game at Notre Dame Stadium where Charlie Weis first tried his new trick.

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Mark Sanchez has been on the grind, preparing, and fine tuning his skills for the most important day of his life: April 1, 2009-USC’s NFL Pro Day.

A day can lower, or improve his stock as a quarterback. If one would to know the see the amount of preparation given, watch this video:

As for Sanchez’s chances in the NFL draft, the teams looking to most likely drafting him are as followed: Detroit Lions, San Francisco 49′ers, and New York Jets.

1-17

1.   2009 Draft-    Detroit Lions                2008 Draft Money-5 Years for $57.5 Million
10.2009 Draft-    San Francisco 49ers    2008 Draft Money-5 Years for  $18.9 Million
17.2009 Draft-    New York Jets               2008 Draft Money-5 Years for $15.0 Million

Did you know?

In between seasons at USC, Mark worked as a sous chef at Phil Trani’s in Long Beach.

The Other Numbers…

40                          4.94       Ranked #10
Vertical Jump     32.5       Ranked #6
Broad Jump         9’8"       Ranked #3
2o Yard Shuttle   4.21       Ranked #3

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Matt Barkley- 6’3  2226 lbs,

Position: QB
Forty-4.79 Seconds

Position Ranking: 1   (Scout)
Position Ranking  1  (Rivals)

**** 5 Stars Recruit-  Scout
**** 5 Stars Recruit – Rivals

Matt Barkley: "I’ve been given abilities to be able to play football and throw the football and a mind to be able to comprehend quite a bit, so I really don’t settle for anything."

Mater Dei Coach Rollinson: "If you had come up to me the year before and said, ‘Would you ever start a freshman?’ I would have laughed you off," Rollinson said. "I would have said, ‘There’s no way a freshman could compete at the Division I level or at Mater Dei High School.’ But when we saw Matt, we realized he had the ‘it’ factor."

Mater Dei Coach Rollinson on if Matt could win the starting job this fall: "If ever there was a kid who I felt was emotionally and physically capable of competing (for the starting QB job at USC as a freshman), it’s Matt Barkley.

"Grasping the offense isn’t going to be a problem. If he can adjust to the difference in speed on that level, he’s going to give (USC’s coaching staff) something to think about.

Fight On, USC Trojans!

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Remember former USC assistant Lane Kiffin coach who became the Oakland Raiders head coach who got fired, and was hired  two months later to be the Tennessee Vols’ head coach?

A lot has happened in the short time period as the new Vols’ head coach. He’s already gained the respect from the Tennessee fans, working long hours before the signing period is up, and creating a buzz in Tennessee. Even before his first day on the job Steve Spuirrer took a jab on his recruiting efforts. Welcome to the Sec, Mr. Kiffin.

The Sec just got a little more tense, rougher, and a tougher battleground for recruiting since superstar recruiters Ed Orgeron, and David Reaves are on Vols’ wagon. As the recruiting effort comes to a close, I’ll keep you updated on the Tennessee Vols.

Tennessee Vols Coaching Staff

Offensive Coordinator and Offensive Line Coach

Jim Chaney – 2008- Rams Tight End Coach, 2006-07 Rams Assistant Offensive Line coach, 1999-2006 Purdue Offensive Coordinator, 1997-2001 Purdue Recruiting Coordinator

Defensive Coordinator

Monte Kiffin – 1996-2008 Tampa Bay Buccaneers Defensive Coordinator, 1995 New Orleans Saints Defensive Coordinator, 1992-1994 Minnesota Vikings Linebackers Coach, 1991 Minnesota Vikings Defensive Coordinator, 1990 New York Jets-Linebackers Coach, 1986-1989 Minnesota Vikings-Linebacker Coach, 1984-85 Buffalo Bills Linebackers Coach, 1983 Green Bay Packers Linebackers Coach, 1980-82 North Carolina St, 1979 Arkansas Assistant Head Coach,  1977-78 Arkansas Defensive Coordinator, 1973-76 Nebraska Defensive Coordinator, 1966-72 Nebraska Graduate Assistant

Special Team Coordinator & Running Backs Coach

Eddie Gran – 1999-2008- Auburn Running Backs Coach, 1994-98- Mississippi Running Backs Coach, 1994- Idaho State Wide Receiver Coach 1992-93- Cincinnati Wide Receivers Coach, 1990 Miami Linebackers Coach and Graduate Assistant, 1991 Miami Quarterbacks Coach, 1989- East Carolina Graduate Assistant-Defensive Backs, 1989- Southeast Missouri State-Running Backs Coach,  1987-88 California Lutheran Wide Receivers Coach,

Wide-Receivers Coach

Frank Wilson -2008 Southen Miss Running Backs Coach, 2005-2008 Old Miss Running Backs and Special Teams Coach,

Linebackers Coach

Lance Thompson – 2007-2008 Alabama Outside Linebackers Coach, 2004-06 UCF Defensive Coordinator, 2002-03 LSU Assistant Head Coach, Recruiting Coordinator and Tight ends Coach, 2001 Georgia Tech Defensive Line and Recruiting Coordinator, 1999-2000 Alabama Defensive Coordinator, 1995-98 Georgia Tech Defensive Line and Recruiting Coordinator

Defensive Backs Coach

Willie Mack Garza -2005-08 North Dakota State Defensive Backs and Defensive Coordinator, 2004 Tarleton State University Defensive Backs Coach, 2001-03 Texas Christian University Defensive Backs Coach, 1997-2000 Western Michigan Defensive Back Coach, 1994-96 University of Texas-Austin Graduate Assistant

Recruiting Coordinator and Defensive Line Coach

Ed Orgeron -2008 New Orleans Saints Defensive Line Coach, 2005-07 Mississppi Head Coach, 1998-2004 USC Assistant Head Coach, Recruiting Cooridnator, and Defensive Line Coach, 1995-1997 Syracuse Defensive Line Coach, 1994 Nicholas State Linebackers Coach, 1988- 1992 Miami Defensive Line and Graduate Assistant Coach, 1986-87 Arkansas Assistant Strength Coach, 1985 McNeese St. Cowboys, 1984 Northwestern State Graduate Assistant

Quarterbacks Coach

David Reaves – 2002-2008 South Carolina Quarterback and Recruiting Coach

Tight ends Coach and Tackles

James Cregg – 2006-07 Assistant Offensive Line Coach, 2000-03 Colgate Defensive Line Coach, 1997-1999 Colorado State Graduate Assistant

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Mark Sanchez has a very difficult situation ahead of him. Should he enter the NFL draft, and risk being taken in the late first round or early second round, or stay another year at USC?

One has to firmly believe he’s leaning towards staying at USC since he talked to Matt Leinart and Carson Palmer, and they both decided to stay for their senior season. One would be shocked if Sanchez left for the NFL.

Lets pretend we’re in Mark Sanchez’s shoes, and face his difficult situation.

First off, we have to first consider the other college quarterback’s competition in the NFL draft.

So far, the two quarterbacks getting a lot of attention are Oklahoma’s Sam Bradford and Georgia’s Matthew Stafford.

Comparing their 2008 stats together:

Sam Bradford- 304/442 for 4464 yards, 68.3% CMP, 48 touchdowns, 6 interceptions, and a 186.29 quarterback rating.
Matt Stafford- 235/383 for 3,459 yards, 61.4% CMP, 25 touchdowns, 10 interceptions, and a 153.4  quarterback rating.
Mark Sanchez-241/366 for 3,207 yards, 65.8% CMP, 34 touchdowns, 10 interceptions and a 164.4  quarterback rating.

Based on stats alone, Sam Bradford had the better year.

Size, Weight, and 40 time

Sam Bradford-6-4, 218 lbs, 40 time: 4.72
Matt Stafford- 6-3, 238 lbs, 40 time: 4.75
Mark Sanchez-6-3, 225 lbs, 40 time: 4.71

Now, lets look at what the scouts have said:

Sam Bradford

Positive: a great arm, a cerebral approach to the position and an ideal quarterback’s build at 6 feet 4. (Football Analysts)Brady-like: Quick arm, extremely accurate, and quick release (NFL front-man)
Negative : not vocal, doesn’t have elite arm-strength, and adjusting from a shotgun-heavy offense at Oklahoma to playing primarily under center in the NFL. (Todd McShay-Director of Scout)

Matt Stafford

Positive: NFL Pocket-Passer (ESPN Matt Kiper). Strong Arm, Naturally gifted and strong in the pocket (Former NFL scout-Russ Lande)
Negative: Occasionally throws balls up for grabs when pressured up the middle. Some question his inability to lead Georgia to wins in games over elite team (Former NFL scout-Russ Lande).

Mark Sanchez

Positive: Great mechanics and footwork (NFL front-man),
Negative: Not enough experience, durability, and needs more exposure to demonstrate his stats were not due to his offensive line and playmakers (NFL front-man)

Interesting Note:

Todd McShay, Director for Scout. Inc released his NFL Draft quarterback ranking:

1. Sam Bradford, Oklahoma
2. Mark Sanchez, USC
3. Matthew Stafford, Georgia
4. Nate Davis, Ball State
5. Josh Freeman, Kansas State
6. Tim Tebow, Florida
7. Graham Harrell, Texas Tech
8. Rhett Bomar, Sam Houston State
9. Mike Reilly, Central Washington
10. Drew Willy, Buffalo
11. Nate Brown, Central Arkansas
12. John Parker Wilson, Alabama
13. Chase Daniel, Missouri
14. Cullen Harper, Clemson
15. Curtis Painter, Purdue

Is their something Todd knows about Sanchez that we don’t?

NFL teams that need a quarterback in their drafting order, and the contract signed by last year player at their respected number.

1. Detroit Lions ( 5 years for $57.5 million- $30 million guaranteed)
3.Kansas City Chiefs (5 years for $51 million-$23 million guaranteed)
10. San Francisco 49ers (5 years for $18.9 million-$13.8 million guaranteed)
17. New York Jets (5 years for $15 million-$ 8.9 guaranteed)
18. Chicago Bears (5 years for  $30 million-$ 8.75 guaranteed)
19.Tampa Bay Buccaneers (5 years for $14.4 million-$8.965 guaranteed)
21.Detroit Lions (again) (5 years for $13.5 million-$7.8 guaranteed)

A player selected in the top 10 guaranteed money is the same as an individual who falls middle round for his whole contract including guaranteed money. If one’s career is not a complete success such as Tim Crouch, or Ryan Leaf; guaranteed money is golden.  If Matt Leinart would have forgo his senior year he could have signed to a 6 year contract for $49.5 million- $24 million guaranteed. By waiting an extra year, Matt was selected 10th and signed a 6 year contract for 50 million-$14 million guaranteed. A difference of 10 million dollars guaranteed, however, he led the Trojans to the National Championship title game in his senior year. It all boils down to the values of the individual. Does Mark want his college degree, or is his primary goal to be in the NFL now?

Fight On, USC Trojans!

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Would one consider USC’s season a failure since they didn’t reach the BCS Championship game?

The loss against Oregon St was unbelievably tough to swallow, and left a reminder to the nation that this year team was beatable, or human after all. However, the Pac-10 didn’t help USC in the Media’s eye by losing important OCC games, and not having a consist number one team. It was not until the last week of the season that the Pac-10 title winner was established.

The Trojans had tough luck, once again, and could do nothing to help their chances in the National picture for the BCS Championship. A one loss Florida team will play a one loss Oklahoma team on Thursday for the BCS Championship. Many have argued that a one loss Florida team shouldn’t have jumped the Trojans since they loss at home to Old Miss while USC played an Oregon St away. One should not argue too much with the details since it’s comparing apples to oranges, or rather crystal to roses.

What one can look back is a season that fellow Trojans should be proud of. We didn’t know what to expect of new quarterback Mark Sanchez. Would he fulfill the legacy left by Carson Palmer, Matt Leinart, or the often loved/hated John David Booty? He stepped right into the job, and played great when it counted. He had first year jitters, but finished off the year on a high note with an astonishing performance against Penn St.

Damian Williams demonstrated why he was so converted by the Razorbacks. He established himself as the number one receiver in first year as a Trojan. Rojo and Patrick Turner also played well in countless number of games. Videl Hazelton was lost in the shuffle, and decided to pursue his career elsewhere.

The Running backs were also supportive, and played a pivotal role in USC’s offensive. Their wasn’t a running back who become a standout back, but each had their moment this year. Stafon Johnson, C.J Gable, Joe Mcknight, Broderick Green, and even Marc Tyler got playing time. Sadly, Broderick Green decided to transfer and will be a Razorback next year.

Defensive, defensive, and defensive was the main component that troubled every Trojan’s opponent. Speed, agility, and a NFL caliber mentality created havoc for everyone, and not even the ageless Joe Paterno could stop it. Pete Carroll should be proud of this year unit.

With so many talented athletes at every position one couldn’t believe that Emmanuel Moody to be last Trojan to transfer, and it wasn’t the case. Vidal Hazelton, and Broderick Green both transferred. It wasn’t their time at USC, and they should be well-prepared and conditioned at their future program.??USC might not have the respect from across the country, but we did see USC look-a-like being formed in the North-west and in Tennessee. Two former assistant coaches Steve Sarkisan and Lane Kiffin were hired, and told to build their own Rome. Along the way, both took with them some fellow Trojan’s coaches, and hoping their philosophies, guidance and personalities will make a lasting impression to change their respected program.

As for the future, USC will once again be a driving force for next year. People believe the talent will be down a notch, with the massive graduation, but expect them to be front runners to win the Pac-10, and challenge for a national championship. Yes, they did lose some outstanding players, but this is expected in the Pete Carroll era.

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