The latest news from Scout.com. The Scout.com Network covers college, NFL, MLB, high school, recruiting, and much more http://www.scout.com/ http://media.scout.com/media/rss/scout.gif http://www.scout.com/ en-us Copyright © 2013 Scout.com and Scout.com. All rights reserved. This website is an unofficial and independent source of news and information, and is not affiliated with any school, team or league. info@scout.com info@scout.com Mon, 20 May 2013 03:42:55 GMT http://backend.userland.com/rss Scout.com > People > Averell Spicer Scout.com RSS Engine v1.0 (Server:SCOUTWEB1) 60 Already dealing with allegations running back Joe McKnight had access to an SUV in violation of NCAA bylaws, the Trojans were rocked Monday by the loss of two starters to academics. Senior tight end Anthony McCoy and sophomore offensive tackle Tyron Smith will not play in the Emerald Bowl against Boston College on Saturday. USC will also be without reserve defensive tackle Averell Spicer http://usc.scout.com/2/931236.html 2047 Dan Greenspan http://usc.scout.com/2/931236.html Tue, 22 Dec 2009 00:54:00 GMT 1 15 USC usc The USC Trojans and Oregon Ducks will face off Saturday night in the Pac-10 game of the year. Check out photos of all the action from Howard Jones Field as the Trojans prepare for the critical matchup. http://usc.scout.com/2/914291.html 2047 Kevin Carden http://usc.scout.com/2/914291.html Thu, 29 Oct 2009 21:56:00 GMT 0 15 USC usc The Trojans have been led by Jurrell Casey in the middle, Everson Griffen off the edge and the versatile Nick Perry, who has been impressive at both defensive end and defensive tackle. After recording another 5 sacks in USC’s 34-27 win this Saturday in South Bend, the Trojans now lead the nation with 4.33 sacks per game. http://usc.scout.com/2/910980.html 2047 Kevin Carden http://usc.scout.com/2/910980.html Tue, 20 Oct 2009 03:21:00 GMT 1 15 USC usc While the Trojans were pleased to have Ronald Johnson and Armond Armstead back at full speed, the enthusiasm was dampened a bit by the absence of Averell Spicer, Christian Tupou and Nick Perry. All three defensive linemen missed Monday’s practice with various injuries. http://usc.scout.com/2/908549.html 2047 Kevin Carden http://usc.scout.com/2/908549.html Tue, 13 Oct 2009 05:28:00 GMT 1 15 USC usc The skill position players often get all the praise, but it all starts with the big men in the trenches. Look inside for photos of the Trojans’ offensive and defensive linemen in action. http://usc.scout.com/2/902581.html 2047 Kevin Carden http://usc.scout.com/2/902581.html Fri, 25 Sep 2009 17:06:00 GMT 0 15 USC usc The Trojans put the finishing touches on the game plan during a short practice on Thursday, before boarding a plane and heading to Columbus. Look inside for all the news, notes and plenty of injury updates from Thursday's practice. http://usc.scout.com/2/897713.html 2047 Kevin Carden http://usc.scout.com/2/897713.html Fri, 11 Sep 2009 03:04:00 GMT 1 15 USC usc While the steady play of first-year quarterback Matt Barkley was the story of the day, and rightfully so, USC fans had to be pleased to see four other freshmen receive valuable playing time on Saturday. Look inside for all the news, notes and quotes from Monday's practice. http://usc.scout.com/2/896520.html 2047 Kevin Carden http://usc.scout.com/2/896520.html Tue, 08 Sep 2009 02:29:00 GMT 1 15 USC usc When the Trojans run out of the tunnel and onto the Coliseum field this Saturday to face the San Jose State Spartans most in the crowd will be focused on the play of highly touted freshman Matt Barkley, but on the sidelines quarterbacks coach Jeremy Bates will also be making his college debut. http://usc.scout.com/2/894730.html 2047 Kevin Carden http://usc.scout.com/2/894730.html Thu, 03 Sep 2009 04:18:00 GMT 1 15 USC usc The Trojans had an intense fall camp that featured more big plays from Matt Barkley, unfortunate injuries to some key players and plenty of hope for another Pac-10 Championship. Look inside to see what we learned about the 2009 USC Trojans. http://usc.scout.com/2/891845.html 2047 Kevin Carden http://usc.scout.com/2/891845.html Tue, 25 Aug 2009 19:07:00 GMT 0 15 USC usc Aaron Corp or Matt Barkley? That has been the question when discussing who should start at quarterback this season, but it was the almost-forgotten Mitch Mustain that stepped up and was the top performer in the Trojans’ first scrimmage of fall camp. Look inside for all the news, notes and quotes from Friday's scrimmage. http://usc.scout.com/2/888521.html 2047 Kevin Carden http://usc.scout.com/2/888521.html Sat, 15 Aug 2009 04:58:00 GMT 0 15 USC usc The Trojans’ quarterbacks hadn’t thrown a single interception in the first five practices of the fall but the defense got some revenge during the morning session of Thursday’s two-a-days. Look inside for more from Howard Jones Field. http://usc.scout.com/2/888072.html 2047 Kevin Carden http://usc.scout.com/2/888072.html Thu, 13 Aug 2009 22:30:00 GMT 1 15 USC usc Pete Carroll has coached some pretty talented quarterbacks in time at USC, so when he says that Matt Barkley is “off the charts” people sit up and take notice. Look inside for all the news, notes and quotes from Wednesday's practice. http://usc.scout.com/2/887852.html 2047 Kevin Carden http://usc.scout.com/2/887852.html Thu, 13 Aug 2009 04:34:00 GMT 1 15 USC usc Defensive end Everson Griffen was the star of the day as the defense recorded nine quarterback sacks and kept the offense out of rhythm all afternoon. Look inside for all the details from Friday's practice. http://usc.scout.com/2/853519.html 2047 Kevin Carden http://usc.scout.com/2/853519.html Sat, 04 Apr 2009 09:42:00 GMT 1 15 USC usc The USC Trojans held their first practice in shoulder pads on Thursday and the pads were popping with big hit after big hit. SCPlaybook’s Kevin Carden was there and brings you photos of all the action from Howard Jones Field. http://usc.scout.com/2/853344.html 2047 Kevin Carden http://usc.scout.com/2/853344.html Fri, 03 Apr 2009 18:58:00 GMT 0 15 USC usc The Trojans often make it look easy, racing up and down the field on Saturday’s at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, but make no mistake it takes a lot of hard work to be as successful as USC under Pete Carroll. Look inside for action photos of the Trojans offseason workouts. http://usc.scout.com/2/841504.html 2047 Kevin Carden http://usc.scout.com/2/841504.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 04:29:00 GMT 0 15 USC usc The USC Trojans are already hard at work with Coach Carlisle and the strength and conditioning staff getting ready for the 2009 football season. Kevin Carden was there and brings you photos of all the action from Howard Jones Field. http://usc.scout.com/2/838369.html 2047 Kevin Carden http://usc.scout.com/2/838369.html Wed, 11 Feb 2009 03:11:00 GMT 0 15 USC usc Tailback Joe McKnight had a particularly good day on Wednesday, showing his usually burst while running the ball and returning punts. Look inside for updates on McKnight, Averell Spicer and more. http://usc.scout.com/2/806439.html 2047 Kevin Carden http://usc.scout.com/2/806439.html Thu, 30 Oct 2008 05:57:00 GMT 1 15 USC usc With the defense playing some of their best football in years, the focus in practice this week has been finding a way to be more consistent offensively, and building momentum for the second half of the season. Look inside for all the details. http://usc.scout.com/2/806074.html 2047 Kevin Carden http://usc.scout.com/2/806074.html Wed, 29 Oct 2008 04:52:00 GMT 1 15 USC usc The Trojans were in shoulder pads for the first time on Friday for an action-packed practice that included big hits and an injury to starting quarterback Mark Sanchez. SCPlaybook was there and brings you photos of all the action. http://usc.scout.com/2/777550.html 2047 Kevin Carden http://usc.scout.com/2/777550.html Sat, 09 Aug 2008 18:19:00 GMT 0 15 USC usc The first practice of Fall Camp begins this Wednesday, which means the college football season is just around the corner. Before the Trojans take the field for the opening kickoff Kevin Carden examines the top storylines for Fall Camp. http://usc.scout.com/2/775369.html 2047 Kevin Carden http://usc.scout.com/2/775369.html Mon, 04 Aug 2008 19:38:00 GMT 1 15 USC usc