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<p type = "text" content = "When & nbsp;Lynn Swann, Director of Sports at USC& nbsp; resigned this week, football coach Clay Helton has lost a key ally. Swann did not hire Helton, and he and Helton were not even particularly friendly behind the scenes. "Data-reactid =" 15 "> When USC Sports Director Lynn Swann resigned this week, her football coach Clay Helton lost a key ally.Swann didn't hired Helton, and he and Helton were not even particularly friendly behind the scenes.
But they were bound by the golden cuffs of the ridiculous contract extension that Swann had given to Helton in February 2018. It's an agreement that will be remembered as the trading version of Swann sitting alone at an auction and brandishing his pamphlet repeatedly to bid against himself for Helton's services. At a time when Helton had very little leverage, USC massively misjudged the market and overpaid.
This transaction locked Helton on USC for the 2023 season and resulted in a devastating buyout that could even wipe out the coffers of the USC Sports Department. While USC had decided to replace Swann with a fresh start in the sports department, Helton's latest on the field could well be considered the beginning of the end of his coaching job at USC.
<p type = "text" content = "USC fell to BYU, 30-27, in overtime on Saturday. The match was the easiest on paper of a list of four games that will ultimately determine Helton's fate, as Trojans host Utah number 11 on Friday, then go to number 23 Washington and number 7 Notre Dame after a week. They will be overlooked in all four matches, and Helton has a score of 12 to 12 as a head coach. "Data-reactid =" 18 "> The USC fell to BYU, 30-27, in overtime on Saturday, the match was the easiest on a sheet of paper that will last four games and that will determine at the end of account the fate of Helton, the Trojans will receive on Friday the Utan No. 11, then will go to 23rd Washington, then to 7th Notre Dame after a week passed.Herton is 1-12 years as an underdog as a coach chief.
Losing at BYU offers USC supporters a burning reminder that Helton has rendered them a quality service as a class guard after the disorders of Lane Kiffin and Steve Sarkisian. He is an accomplished gentleman who has resurrected the school's reputation off the field and acted professionally relentlessly. But after a 5-7 season and another year of mediocrity, there is little empirical evidence that he is a national level coach. This is something the university is longing for and whose pac-12 desperately needs.
<p type = "text" content = "Helton is 28-14 years old in his four full-time seasons, but he's in a slider that's almost impossible to recover. Helon's most constant at USC is his job as a recruiter.In the middle of these troubled waters, recruitments begin to hit a predictable funk.Oregony, Ohio State and many SEC schools are invading the Southern California looking for five stars likeUSC ranked # 51 in the Rivals.com ranking for 2020. "data-reactid =" 40 "> Helton is 28-14 years old in his four full-time seasons, but he's in the middle of a slide that is almost impossible to recover. Helton at USC has been his job as a recruiter, and Oregon, in the state of Ohio and many SEC schools are investing 5 stars in Southern California and USC is ranked n ° 51 in the ranking of the Rivals.com ranking for 2020.
Helton started 2-0, but USC's strong victory over Stanford, which propelled the Trojans into the Top 25, will likely end up becoming a footnote more than a statement, thanks to the list of players at come.
While starting quarterback JT Daniels was out for the season, Kedon Slovis made three interceptions on Saturday and was defeated by BYU's Zach Wilson. Slovis sealed the defeat with a stop-over interception in overtime on a decisive pass. This happened after Helton rushed to the field to ask for a break in order to save a stoppage violation, a bad look on a full afternoon.
And USC fans, who watch an exhausting list of games, can now begin to think long and hard about life after Helton. The exit of Swann and this loss have brought speculation closer to reality. Soon, we may see how much USC has ruined Helton's extension by getting an idea of its value when it comes back to the free market.
The most confusing, unexplainable and ridiculous moment of Saturday was the courtesy of Pittsburgh coach Pat Narduzzi. Crossing Penn State 17-10 within five minutes of the end, Pitt scored a fourth goal and a goal on a 1 yard line.
Defying modern analysis, basic mathematics and common sense, Narduzzi refused to line up to try to reach the touchdown and instead opted for the goal on the pitch. Alex Kessman's attempt failed, probably led by karma.
Even more disconcerting than Narduzzi's delusional game management was his reasoning. Instead of admitting his mistake or even acknowledging that it was possible, Narduzzi said, "It takes two scores to win," according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
Although correct in mind, someone may want to send an abacus to Pitt's football office. Or maybe game management memory cards. Or at least, all the coaches on the headset should encourage the cajones to inform their boss that he will be the laughingstock of college football for the rest of the day if he make this decision.
A field goal meant that Pitt would still need another touchdown to win the match, and the Panthers' sporadic offensive did not produce exactly a lot of drop-off yard games on Saturday.
Pitt did not run the ball well for the entire game because he had 24 yards in 25 races. But there are many calls to play available from 1, and any failure there would put Penn State in the precarious position of launching its attack from its own goal line. Which would have set up a good position on the field to potentially score another touchdown.
Narduzzi's sensitivity to football comes from Mark Dantonio's tree, which is rooted in a provocative belief in kick and field position. (Narduzzi pulled the Penn State 37 ball early in the game.) But his late decision defies even the most conservative beliefs of conservative football. The analysis companies that cover such decisions every week will fit Narduzzi like a Maureen Dowd-on-Donald Trump screed.
It will be interesting to see if Narduzzi reconsiders his decision this week. Just like his former boss, they can be on the defensive in their sensitivity to football and anyone who guesses them.
3. More math problems at Michigan State
The math fights could be contagious in Dantonio's coaching tree, as he committed Saturday the second biggest crime of coaching in Michigan State's 10-7 loss to Arizona State.
<p class = "canvas-atom canvas-text Mb (1.0em) Mb (0) – sm Mt (0.8em) – sm" type = "text" content = "Michigan State seemed to connect the game, 10- 10, in the final seconds after a goal from Matt Coghlin scored 42 yards.the Spartans had 12 men on the field, and this crucial error pushed the attempt back to 47 yards. Coghlin missed, Michigan State lost and Dantonio should be blamed for not giving quarterback Brian Lewerke at least one shot in the end zone before trying to tie the game. The MSU fans, at this point, would forgive all the sins that accompany an offensive aggression. Michigan State seemed to tie the game, 10-10, in the final seconds after a goal on Matt Coghlin's 42-yard field, but the Spartans had 12 men on the field and this crucial mistake Coghlin missed the game, Michigan State lost and Dantonio should be blamed for not giving quarterback Brian Lewerke at least one shot in the end zone before trying to tie the game. At this point, MSU fans would forgive all the sins that accompany offensive aggression.
(In the Michigan State defense, officials missed a blatant flag for running and jumping over the line of scrimmage on the last missed shot, while ASU's Cam Phillips gave a penalty that was 15 yards. )
Michigan State Head Coach Mark Dantonio attends the fourth quarter of the Spartans' loss to the Arizona Sun Devils on Saturday. (Getty)
For Michigan State fans, the only thing worse than the last minute of missed opportunities was to miss out on the other 59. It was the same, as the reorganized staff and the alleged new offensive philosophies at Michigan State appear to be football. version of lipstick on a pig. This crime was pure and cruel, with little creativity and verve. New year, but the pigsty has the same smell.
But the final blame comes down to a penalty that should never happen in Pop Warner, let alone the Big Ten. Instead of capitalizing on the opportunity to become the absolute leader of wins in the state of Michigan, Dantonio and the Spartans have made one of the most painful folds in the history of the school at the end of the game.
<h2 class = "canvas-atom canvas-text Mb (1.0em) Mb (0) – sm Mt (0.8em) – sm" type = "text" content = "4. The UCF pleads … once again"data-reactid =" 83 ">4. The UCF pleads … once again
The UCF is announced during Saturday's conversation against college football matches. In one way or another, after registering 27-1 in the last three seasons, the UCF is ranked 17th.
This week will be an interesting test of voters' partiality against the Group of Five leagues, with the UCF winning one of the most impressive and influential victories of the college football season. They attacked Stanford, aged 45-27, in a fascinating showcase of their program and the vibrant atmosphere of their home.
UCF took a 38-7 lead at half-time and found behind real quarterback rookie Dillon Gabriel, who finished the day with 22 of 30 for 347 assists and four touchdowns. Stanford is not really a vintage edition of the Andrew Luck era, but it's a strong Power Five team.
If College Football Playoff rankings are not technically related to weekly polls, there is an inherent perception deferral. It's time for voters to place the UCF where they belong, at the heart of the Top 10 and PCP race.
5 Buckeyes start to find their rhythm
Ryan Day brings back smashball to Ohio State.
"We are beginning to forge an identity," said Day after the Buckeyes overran Indiana 51-10, their biggest margin of victory in a Big Ten debut since 1998.
This identity is the land and the pound, a departure from the last Buckeyes team of Urban Meyer. This offensive attack consisted of throwing, throwing, throwing, partly to take advantage of the gifts presented by quarterback Dwayne Haskins, but also because the Ohio State line did not create many holes and its halves were inconsistent.
Three games in 2019, it's a different look.
Along with J.K., the Dobbins had 193 yards, and Captain Teague III added 106, while Ohio State had 314 yards rushing against the Hoosiers. The Buckeyes have now covered the ball 135 times for 821 yards, 6.08 yards per race. And that does not require quarterback Justin Fields to run a lot – just 25 races so far, only four on Saturday.
Ohio State Running Buckeyes J.K. Dobbins (2) moves away to score a touchdown against Indiana defender Hoosiers Devon Matthews (27) in the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. (WE AT)
It's clear that Fields' good health over the long term is a determining factor – Day has no reliable backup quarter on the list. But they have not needed his legs yet, because the state of Ohio is hitting a much improved offensive line.
After the disappearance of Mike Weber, Dobbins finally came back – and it improves from week to week. He had 91 yards on 21 carries in Florida Atlantic's first loss, then hit Cincinnati with 141 yards on 17 runs in the first half before Day put him safe. Saturday in Bloomington, where Dobbins had a remarkable performance in his first college match two years ago, he was at his best physique and fast.
"It's the state of Ohio," said Dobbins. "We will still be able to run the ball."
It really was not the case last year. That's it now. And the offensive balance that was lacking in 2018 could be vital to the Ohio State's 2019 playoff aspirations.
6. Florida mobilizes for the Franks
A touching scene took place in the Florida locker room after the match. Gators coach Dan Mullen ended his speech by asking where veteran quarterback Feleipe Franks was. Franks stood in the middle of the circle of players and said, "Family out of three. One, two, three – FAMILY.
<p class = "canvas-atom canvas-text Mb (1.0em) Mb (0) – sm Mt (0.8em) – sm" type = "text" content = "Florida, No. 9, had just survived a 29-21 win in Kentucky, scoring 19 points after Franks injured his ankle, said Mullen to the press after the match, which would probably force him to miss the rest of the season. "data-reactid =" 120 "> No. 9 Florida had just survived 29 years -21 in Kentucky, scoring 19 points after Franks came out with a broken ankle.Mullen told reporters that the match would probably have to miss the rest of the season.
Back-up Kyle Trask, a slightly experienced junior junior, scored the decisive touchdown on a four-yard run with just over four minutes to go. Trask finished the 9-for-13 throws and will quickly gain experience since he has appeared in just six career games.
Mullen's remarkable resumes include the development of Alex Smith, Tim Tebow and Dak Prescott. This perception of a quarter is about to be the subject of a thorny test, while the Gators will transition from Franks to Trask with a calendar coming for Tennessee, Towson, Auburn and LSU.
Trask looked solid on the way back to Lexington on Saturday night and will have to grow quickly in the field.
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Clemson has provided Syracuse with opportunities to hang out as she has done in the past two seasons. This year, Orange did not enjoy a 41-6 win over the Tigers. Twice in the third quarter, Syracuse intercepted Trevor Lawrence's passes and plunged the ball deep into the Clemson court. Twice, the Orange has managed to collect no points.
The first game after Clemson returned the ball, Syracuse quarterback Tommy DeVito threw a pass to Mario Goodrich's right Clemson for an interception.
Shortly after, Amari Rodgers had 87 yards in the end zone.
It was the story of Clemson's night: a burst of offensive success mixed with long periods of uncertainty. The Tigers' offense came off in the second quarter, scoring three points on a Syracuse defense that gave Maryland 63 points last week. Traitsman Travis Etienne, who entered the game averaging 9.21 yards per run, ran 14 times for 76 yards while Lawrence completed 22 of 39 passes.
After the uncertainty surrounding Lawrence's performance through two games, Clemson's commitment to throwing the ball led the second quarterback to finish with a career record of 395 passing yards, three touchdowns and two interceptions. But the two turnovers pushed Lawrence to exceed his total of three-game interceptions in 2019, leaving the identity of Clemson's fault still unknown.
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<p class = "canvas-atom canvas-text Mb (1.0em) Mb (0) – sm Mt (0.8em) – sm" type = "text" content = "The most exhilarating highlight of the day came when & nbsp;Garrett Shrader quarterback from the state of Mississippi helicopter to the first target& nbsp; on a frantic race between the quarter and the 16. "data-reactid =" 131 "> The highlight of the day was the most thrilling of the day when the Mississippi state quarterback, Garrett Shrader , went to the first fall marker on a furious quarter-twenty scramble.
Shrader seemed to rise about eight feet in the air to try to pass AJ Parker, Kansas State's defensive back, then was pivoted by Elijah Sullivan. The game took place on the sidelines of Kansas State, not far from Wildcat freshman coach Chris Klieman.
"Elijah Sullivan came in and attacked him," Klieman told Yahoo Sports by telephone Saturday night. "He may have jumped over him, but he hit him and allowed him to start going sideways."
Shrader, who was looking for the inefficient Tommy Stevens, came close to half a meter from the first run after his crazy run. And that helped Kansas State improve to 3-0 with a landslide win on Route 31-24 in Starkville. With the eruptions of Nicholls and Bowling Green and this victory, Kleiman shows the first signs of a worthy successor to Bill Snyder.
"We are only in three games," said Klieman, who has won four national titles as a head coach in the state of North Dakota. "We learn every day about our guys. They are in competition and are very close. "
9. Who is ACC No. 2?
It was a brutal weekend for the ACC. Georgia Tech lost at home against the Citadel, Georgia State was bluffed in West Virginia and Pitt did not take advantage of his lamentable calculations to prevent the League from reversing the situation.
Virginia defeated Florida State, 31-24, after the Seminoles missed their scoring chance and equalized the mark in the final seconds, having chosen to play a poorly designed Wildcat game on the goal line at place to throw the ball and organize it.
<p class = "canvas-atom canvas-text Mb (1.0em) Mb (0) – sm Mt (0.8em) – sm" type = "text" content = "The ACC team who shone a thousand lights this weekend Wake Forest is perhaps Wake Forest, who dominated North Carolina in a rare match between two teams from the same conference: Wake Forest took a 21-0 lead and kept his win 24- 18, which was brought to light by a Mack Brown Clinic on how to not perform a two-minute exercise. (ACC officials missed the final second of this match& nbsp; and seemed to deprive Florida State of a few seconds at the end of the game.) "data-reactid =" 143 "> The CCA team shone brightly this weekend? Wake Forest, who dominated the north In a rare encounter between two teams from the same conference, Carolina, Wake Forest took a 21-0 lead and maintained his 24-18 victory, lit by a Mack Brown clinic on how not to run two goals – a minute-by-minute exercise. (The ACC officials spoiled the last second of this game and apparently flew a few seconds to Florida State at the end of the match.)
Wake Forest started 3-0, with consecutive wins on Friday night on Utah State, at Rice and then North Carolina. Quarterback Jamie Newman emerged as one of ACC's top quarterbacks after completing 69 percent of his passes, seven touchdowns and one interception. Newman is 6-1 as a starter and plays more refined.
"He's playing at a very high level for us," Clawson said by phone Saturday night. "It has all the physical attributes you want a quarterback to have. And now he plays the game well mentally – the readings, the progressions and the tasks we ask him have slowed down for us. "
Could Wake Forest be 9-0 to Clemson on November 16th? They should be favored every game, but Clawson is certainly not looking to the future. "We are in so many games to a score that if we look anywhere after the next game, this thing will escape us quickly," he said.
10. The is over in Kansas
<p class = "canvas-atom canvas-text Mb (1.0em) Mb (0) – sm Mt (0.8em) – sm" type = "text" content = "I spent some time with Miles and Kansas suburban Boston staff on Thursday night, the night before & nbsp;Kansas College was astonished by the 48-24 year olds. Miles' passionate attachment to recruiting was a great reward for the staff, many of whom had never worked with Miles. The coaches said that they had never seen a head coach spend so much time on the phone recruits. The charisma of Miles and the recognition of his name are thus translated. "Data-reactid =" 148 "> I spent some time with Miles and Kansas staff on Thursday night, in the Boston suburbs, the day before Boston College's defeat against Boston College ( 48-24) .The downtown staff, many of whom had never worked with Miles, was his manic dedication to recruiting, and they had never seen a head coach move so much time on the phone with the recruits, and the charisma of Miles and the recognition of his name translate.
<p class = "canvas-atom canvas-text Mb (1.0em) Mb (0) – sm Mt (0.8em) – sm" type = "text" content = "Kansas has 26 commitments for the 2020 class& nbsp; and & nbsp;is ranked 25th nationally by Rivals.com. This ranking will inevitably slide because the amount of recruits has an impact on the ranking and that others will fill. But the fact is that Miles came up with an aggressive recruiting plan, selling playing time, the Big 12 and his successful pedigree. "It's an opportunity to be part of a team that comes in and makes the difference," Miles told Yahoo. "Data-reactid =" 149 "> Kansas has 26 commitments for the 2020 category and is ranked 25th nationally by Rivals.com, inevitably because the number of recruits has an impact on rankings and as Others are going to fill in. But the fact is that Miles came up with an aggressive recruiting plan, selling playing time, the Big 12 and his successful pedigree … team coming in and making a difference, "Miles told Yahoo.
Kansas has a talented young back to Pooka Williams, who has collected 121 yards against BC and will likely be an attractive transfer landing place. "The Jayhawks are coming," Miles said. "It is realistic that we can be an excellent program with quality football teams, year after year."
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