There are not too many teams that come to mind to the fan of college football more than the Trojans of Southern Cal. The program got its start way back in 1888 and has been going strong ever since. The USC Trojans football program represents the University of Southern California in American football. This is one of the most successful programs in CFB history, with 11 claims to the national title. Oh, and the great players list is too long to list, but how about five Trojan tailbacks have won the coveted Heisman Trophy: Mike Garrett (1965), O.J. Simpson (1968), Charles White (1979), Marcus Allen (1981) and Reggie Bush (2005, later vacated). Carson Palmer in 2002 and Matt Leinart in 2004 became the first USC quarterbacks to win the Heisman. How about the guys at the top, like Legendary coaches Howard Jones, John McKay, John Robinson, and Pete Carroll? There is so much history to enjoy about the USC gridiron, so please start here with these fantastic posts!
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Football Legend
Those people and teams in gridiron history that did something fantastic, innovated, or just shined as leaders that we need to remember for their contribution to the game we love. This select group may not necessarily be honored in the College of Pro Football Halls of Fame yet, but their contributions and accomplishments are remembered nonetheless.
By honoring these legends, we gain a deeper appreciation for the history and evolution of professional football. Each Hall of Famer represents a specific era, their stories chronicling the game's transformation from its rugged beginnings to the modern marvel it is today. Enjoy these memories and accomplishments of some of football's top people.
John McKay Era of Trojan Football
Football History | The legendary USC Trojan Era of te Coach John McKay years with historian Rich Shmelter — pigskindispatch.com
John McKay was an important man in the coaching ranks of football in the 1960s and 70s. He turned programs around with his wit and gridiron knowledge in both the pro and college games.
Historian and author Rich Shmelter sat down with us recently to recant the brilliance of this icon of football.
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