USC GM Position

The Bama AD, who was at UW with Deboer and Cohen turned down a record offer from USC.

From the LA Times ( behind a paywall, can’t link the full article)

“USC is looking for a new general manager and reshaping the program’s structure. That hire, I’m told, should be made in the coming weeks, as USC picks from a pool of final candidates with a wide array of backgrounds, including NFL front office and college experience.

Whomever USC chooses for the position, what’s still unclear is how that person will work with Riley, who to this point has been in total control of almost every aspect of his program, including being the final arbiter on all personnel decisions. Riley has previously kept a pretty close circle on such matters. He and Emerick had known each other for years through Mike Leach before Emerick became his general manager.

This next hire won’t be dictated by Riley. But the relationship between the coach and his new general manager will be crucial as the pressure ramps up on Riley ahead of his fourth season.”

Also, rumors that it wasn’t only Miami but also Georgia that called Maiava. This saga may not be over.

“Rumors continue to fly about Jayden Maiava leaving USC. But with the transfer portal closed for the time being, there’s been no indication that that’s the case. What I do know is that Maiava abruptly changed his NIL representation last week, leaving behind California Power for Athletes First soon after a new deal had been negotiated for him at USC. It’s the second time Maiava has changed agents”