And he punctuated USC's Rose Bowl victory over Michigan by catching a 15-yard scoring pass off a reverse. He likely will start again, as could senior guard John Drake, if he's healthy. Joining the signalcalling corps this fall as a freshman is prep All-American Rocky Hinds (St. Bernard High in Playa del Rey, Calif.). "That's how we're looking at it. Jason Mitchell, Sr. Steve Smith, So. One of the major focuses was improper gifts given to Reggie Bush. RUNNING BACKS USC is loaded once again at the running back spots. [email protected]. Phone. Fr., DE Lawrence Miles, In. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. 2 tackler last season. DEFENSIVE BACKS The good news in the secondary is that both starting safeties return. 2001 USC Coaching Staff Head Coach: Pete Carroll (6-6) Offensive Coordinator: Norm Chow Defensive Coordinator: Other Assistant Coaches: Steve Sarkisian (QB Coach) Lane Kiffin (TE Coach) Ed Orgeron (AHC/DL/RC) Best Players on the 2001 USC Trojans Football Team QB Carson Palmer QB Matt Cassel RB Sunny Byrd RB Sultan McCullough WR Kareem Kelly Fr. Dale Thompson, In. Senior Alex Holmes, who has 58 career catches, is back after sitting out last fall with a back injury. Jr. Keith Rivers, In. Since the vacated games included the Trojans' Orange Bowl win, the Trojans were later stripped of the 2004 BCS title in June 2011. Competing for time at guard are senior Travis Watkins, sophomore walk-on John Lanza, sophomore junior college transfer Alatini Malu (Long Beach City College in Long Beach, Calif.), who enrolled at USC this spring, freshman Travis Draper (originally a 2003 signee, he didn't enroll at USC until this spring), and prep All-American Chilo Rachal (Dominguez High in Compton, Calif.), an incoming freshman who also can play tackle. QUARTERBACKS John David Booty, So. [13], USC had what would be its closest game of the season against the unheralded Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in their Pacific-10 Conference opener. Junior Hershel Dennis (137 tcb, 661 yds, 4.8 avg, 4 TD in 2003, plus 10 rec, 62 yds, 6.2 avg, 1 TD), the veteran of the group, started each game last year and was effective. Senior tight end Matt Cassel could be his backup. The Irish had been inconsistent during the season, coming into the game at 64 having defeated strong teams and lost to weak teams. Luke Huard, who comes from a family of outstanding quarterbacks, joined the USC staff in February of 2022 as an offensive analyst. We are constantly tweaking our formula so that we can find the sweet spot of when a coach is technically on the hot seat. "I'm confident that our players are getting the best coaching in the country. Last year, USC allowed just 1.2 sacks a game (its lowest average since 1987). RB Chauncey Washington. Fr., TB Brandon Hancock, Jr., FB Sean Kelly, Rs. Senior Matt Grootegoed (41 tac, 4.5 for loss, 1.5 sack, 1 dfl, 1 FR, 2 FF), who has started the past 3 years at strongside linebacker (he'll be on the weakside in 2004), has a knack for always being around the ball. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. In his 2-year Trojan career, Williams has 176 receptions for 2,579 yards and a USC record 30 touchdowns. The Trojans then return home to host Arizona and Notre Dame before concluding their season on "Championship Saturday" (Dec. 4) at UCLA. Fr. Alex Grinch. And USC blocked 7 kicks (6 field goals and a punt). [6], The game was tightly fought: Cal dominated the statistics, more than doubling USC's first downs (2812) and total yards (424205) while getting more plays (7950) and possession time (37:1122:49); Cal quarterback Aaron Rodgers had a career performance, tying an NCAA single game record by completing his first 23 passes and guiding the Golden Bears to a first-and-goal at the Trojan 9-yard line with 1:47 to play. PUNTERS All-American junior Tom Malone (49.0 avg in 2003), the nation's best punter, has proven to be a weapon whenever he boots the ball. Inside Wide Receivers Coach. [12] Running backs Reggie Bush and LenDale White both broke 100 yards each en route to victory. USC coaching candidates: Luke Fickell, Bob Stoops, Chris Petersen among names to replace Clay Helton There is an obvious top candidate, but the Trojans may have their pick of quality coaches "He's an impact player because of his size, speed and ability. Orgeron had two stints with the Trojans. At fullback, fleet junior Brandon Hancock (1 tcb, -2 yds, -2.0 avg in 2003, plus 13 rec, 160 yds, 12.3 avg, 2 TD), a tough blocker and excellent receiver, was expected to return as the starter, but he'll miss 2004 while recuperating from knee surgery. The 2004 Oklahoma Sooners football team represented the University of Oklahoma during the 2004 NCAA Division I-A football season, the 110th season of Sooner football.The team was led by two-time Walter Camp Coach of the Year Award winner, Bob Stoops, in his sixth season as head coach.They played their home games at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Oklahoma. Fr., OG-OT Drew Radovich, Rs. [18] Beyond the 2004 season, the game marked a turning point in terms of crowd participation at the Coliseum, which thereafter garnered a reputation as a loud and difficult place to play for opposing teams. [25] The game marked the first career start for Husky quarterback Isaiah Stanback. The USC football coaching staff has been rounded out by Lincoln Riley with the hire of Josh Henson as offensive line coach late Sunday night. LB Rey Maualuga. This is not one of them. The 2004 USC Trojans football team represented the University of Southern California in the 2004 NCAA Division I-A football season. Wide receiver Dwayne Jarrett, offensive tackle Sam Baker and defensive end Lawrence Jackson were named to the Freshman All-American first team. Former standout USC and NFL wide receiver Keary Colbert has spent 3 years on USC's fulltime staff. Junior Dominique Byrd (14 rec, 268 yds, 19.1 avg, 1 TD in 2003) started the first half of 2003 and was impressive before suffering a season-ending knee injury (he missed 2004 spring drills while recuperating). So the competition for playing time will be intense. "Darnell Bing is headed for greatness and Jason Leach does such a solid job back there," said Carroll. Other possibilities on the outside among the returnees are junior walk-on Collin Ashton (28 tac, 0.5 for loss, 1 FF, 1 dfl in 2003), who performed admirably while starting twice late last year when Simmons was injured, and redshirt freshman Thomas Williams, plus walk-on sophomore Mike Brittingham, who also can play fullback. The NCAA also forced USC to permanently disassociate itself from Bush. The championship game against the Sooners was later vacated as a result of NCAA sanctions and USC was stripped of the 2004 BCS title. We also have some talented young players who can make a mark.". [8] [9] Bush, who had one year left of eligibility, announced his plans to skip his senior season a week after the team's loss in the Rose Bowl. [32] The Trojans set a record for home wins (including pre-Coliseum), with their 21st victory; coincidentally, the previous team to defeat them at home were the Stanford Cardinal then-under Coach Willingham. The 2021 Gamecocks football coaching staff is complete. [6], The Trojans made their first visit to LaVell Edwards Stadium, on the campus of Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah. Along the way, USC swept traditional rivals UCLA and Notre Dame for the second year in a row (only the second time it has ever done that in back-to-back seasons). The 2004 Trojans football team won the 2004 BCS National Championship by winning the 2005 Orange Bowl, that year's BCS National Championship Game. LINEBACKERS Collin Ashton, Jr. Mike Brittingham, So. Colbert was selected in the NFL's second round. [35] The game was the first time two Heisman Trophy winners had faced each other in a college football game with Sooners quarterback and 2003 winner Jason White facing 2004 winner Matt Leinart. 2008 Rose Bowl #13 Illinois (9-3) vs #6 USC (10-2) 1st half. "They're both really hard to block and are relentless in how they play the game. He set a Pac-10 season mark with 212 consecutive passes without an interception (just 4 throws short of the league's career record). "The key for us this year will be whether we can return to the work ethic that made it possible to have the success we've had the past few years," said Carroll, who is 29-9 at USC (including 10-0 in November). USC later vacated 2 wins (1 in conference), as well as the BCS and Pac-10 Championships, due to NCAA sanctions. [6] It was Willingham's third consecutive 31-point loss to USC in three seasons at Notre Dame; the Irish fired him the following Tuesday. [6] With the victory, USC sealed a bid for the BCS National Championship Game in the Orange Bowl.[34]. Oregon head coach Dan Lanning is still putting the finishing touches on his coaching staff with the Ducks while he prepares to coach Georgia's defense in the College Football Playoff semifinals against Michigan on Dec. 31. We'll have a very competitive environment each day to determine playing time and starting roles. . [8] The game marked the emergence of running back Reggie Bush, who often lined up at wide receiver, catching five passes for 127 yards and scored three touchdowns in a tight game. USC fielded record-setting punt and placekicking squads. Only 2-year starting weakside linebacker Melvin Simmons is gone (he had 55 tackles and 3 fumble recoveries last season). "We've made so much progress on special teams," said Carroll. But things can still be shored up a bit in 2004, as opponents blocked 4 Trojan kicks (2 punts and 2 PATs) and returned a kickoff for a touchdown last year. "But we need to establish some depth at both safety positions, so some players will have to step forward.". Copyright 2000-2023 Sports Reference LLC. "But we must overcome several obstacles on the offensive side of the ball. Head Coach: Pete Carroll (11-2) Offensive Coordinator: Steve Sarkisian (QB Coach) & Lane Kiffin (PGC) Defensive Coordinator: Nick Holt Other Assistant Coaches: Best Players on the 2006 USC Trojans Football Team. The undefeated, top-ranked Trojans met the also undefeated, second-ranked Sooners in the 2005 BCS National Championship Game held at the FedEx Orange Bowl at Pro Player Stadium in Miami, Florida. 2006 USC Coaching Staff. Fr., DE Lawrence Jackson, Rs. "It starts with a big-time opener against a premier program and never lets up. The 2004 USC Trojans finished the season 13-0 (8-0 in the Pac-10), | Pete Carrolls Record with Seattle Seahawks. USC completes 2022 football coaching staff By ETHAN HOROWITZ January 19, 2022 Head Coach Lincoln Riley brought some of his staff at Oklahoma to USC, including defensive coordinator Alex Grinch, assistant Head Coach Dennis Simmonds, and outside linebacker coach Roy Manning. I think cornerback will be a strong position for us. [11] Matt Leinart went 20-of-31 for 231 yards in three quarters before being retired from the game, Dwayne Jarrett caught a touchdown on what was his 18th birthday, and the Trojans handed the Rams their worse loss in eight years and first shut out in 85 games. USC's punter (All-American Tom Malone, whose 49.0 average in 2003 was a school record) and placekicker (Ryan Killeen, whose 65 PATs last year set a Pac-10 record and 19 field goals tied the USC mark) are back, as well as USC's top kick returner (Bush) and punt returner (wide receiver Greig Carlson) from 2003. Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? "With Lofa Tatupu, Matt Grootegoed and Dallas Sartz, it's like we have 3 returning starters. LOS ANGELES New USC football head coach Lincoln Riley has named his full-time assistant coaching staff. He was sixth nationally in receptions (7.3, second in Pac-10) and 10th in receiving yards (101.1, third in Pac-10) in 2003. We'll attempt to continue to play defense fast and aggressively, looking to take away the football.". [44], In June 2010, the NCAA imposed sanctions on USC as a result of an investigation into the football program. And the Trojan defense-whose +1.33 turnover margin and +111 takeaways in Carroll's first 3 seasons are best in the nation-topped the country in 2003 in rushing defense. In the hunt for the tackle jobs are sophomore Kyle Williams, redshirt freshmen Sam Baker, Drew Radovich and Matt Spanos, plus incoming 370-pound junior Taitusi Lutui (Snow Junior College in Ephraim, Utah), a J.C. All-American. Both were named co-winners of the Pac-10 Offensive Player of the Year. The season before that, USC fired offensive coordinator Tee Martin and three other assistants, while quarterbacks coach Bryan Ellis took the offensive coordinator job at Western Kentucky. "I am very excited to formally announce our coaching staff," said Riley. It is widely considered one of the greatest college football teams of all time. "The reconstruction of our offensive line will be critical," said Carroll. 2008 USC Coaching Staff Head Coach: Pete Carroll (12-1) Offensive Coordinator: Steve Sarkisian Defensive Coordinator: Nick Holt Other Assistant Coaches: Todd McNair (RB/ST Coach) Brennan Carroll (TE Coach) John Morton (WR Coach) Ken Norton Jr (LB Coach) Best Players on the 2008 USC Trojans Football Team QB Mark Sanchez RB Stafon Johnson 2004 USC Coaching Staff Head Coach: Pete Carroll (13-0) Offensive Coordinator: Norm Chow Defensive Coordinator: Other Assistant Coaches: Lane Kiffin (WR Coach) Ed Oregeron (AHC/DL/RC) Best Players on the 2004 USC Football Team QB Matt Leinart QB Matt Cassel RB Lendale White RB Reggie Bush WR Dwayne Jarrett WR Steve Smith LB Matt Grootegoed Losing that duo might not be as much of a concern as it appears, however, because their possible replacements are experienced seniors with plenty of starts under their belts. "Linebacker is the great strength of our defense," said Carroll. Headlining the offense will be quarterback Matt Leinart and wide receiver Mike Williams, All-Americans who should figure prominently in this year's Heisman race (they were sixth and eighth, respectively, in last season's voting). (213) 740-4204. He has had a great career here already and we would expect more of the same in 2004.". The 122 points he scored in 2003 were the second-most ever tallied at USC. It would be USC last win at Oregon State until 2013. Fr., FB Reggie Bush, So., TB Hershel Dennis, Jr., TB John Griffin, Rs. (213) 740-4204. Of course, Carroll-who doubles as the defensive coordinator-isn't the only one responsible for the success of these players. Senior placekicker Ryan Killeen backs up Malone. Fred Davis graduated a semester early from Rogers High in Toledo, Ohio, and enrolled at USC this past spring. [24] The victory put USC's winning streak at the Coliseum at 19, tying the school record set from 193133. . After the regular season, the University of Mississippi hired USC Assistant Head Coach Ed Orgeron, who also served as Defensive Line Coach and Recruiting Coordinator, to be the new head coach of the Ole Miss Rebels football team; although hired on December 16, 2004, he remained with USC through the Orange Bowl.[42]. 4 final ranking. 3 wideout last fall, Whitney Lewis (3 rec, 27 yds, 9.0 avg in 2003, plus 3 tcb, 11 yds, 3.7 avg) and Chris McFoy (2 rec, 23 yds, 12.5 avg in 2003), senior Jason Mitchell (2 rec, 27 yds, 13.5 avg in 2003), and juniors Greig Carlson, who was USC's top punt returner last season (21 PR, 188 yds, 9.0 avg in 2003), and one-time cornerback William Buchanon (3 tac, 1 dfl, 1 int in 2003). In the process, Leinart has thrust himself to the front of this year's Heisman race and is also a leading candidate for the Davey O'Brien Award. USC has intercepted a pass in 22 of the last 23 games, held 20 of its past 26 opponents to less than 100 rushing yards (and allowed only 1 player to crack the 100-yard rushing barrier in the last 25 contests) and had a stretch of 22 consecutive quarters without allowing a rushing touchdown. (Simon Park | Daily Trojan) He'll long be remembered for his spectacular one-handed, Frisbee-like TD grab against Oregon State last fall. Oklahoma coach Lincoln Riley is the new football coach at USC, and he's bringing several of his assistants with him to Los Angeles. QB Mark Sanchez. Also, junior tackle Winston Justice, who from his right side spot protects Leinart's blind side, was slated to start for his third year and be an All-American candidate. [39], The Sooners scored first, having stopped an opening USC drive. First, a starting wide receiver must emerge and we must reconstruct the line. Reggie Bush will be a key in the Trojans' running game this season. Both have a knack for creating havoc. On June 6, 2011, the BCS officially vacated USC's 2004 National Championship.
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