Here’s a big story in the world of USC football: It has been confirmed that Jayden Maiava will be promoted to starting quraterback when USC faces Nebraska in two weeks. Lincoln Riley benching Miller Moss is a decision that comes with some questions.
An obvious first question is this: Why are the Trojans allowing Nebraska two weeks’ notice to game-plan for the change?
Miller Moss and Maiava have different play styles, so releasing this news so early gives an unnecessary advantage to Nebraska in being able to plan for the change.
In terms of head coach Lincoln Riley, it seems as though this move can only negatively impact him.
If Maiava can turn around the team and his promotion to starter is positive, we will be forced to ask why Riley waited so long to make the change.
If the change is for the worse, Trojan fans will feel further confirmation that Riley needs to go and does not have what it takes to turn this program around.
One thing is clear: At least this team is trying. At least the coaching staff has not thrown in the towel, even though the season has not gone the way anybody hoped. Whether Maiava will be a positive change is yet to be seen, but developing the sophomore transfer against a beatable Nebraska team is something that should get fans excited.