USC benches Miller Moss in favor of Jayden Maiava, who gets the nod against Nebraska
Jayden Maiava running in for a score against UTAH ST. He’ll start over Miller Moss vs NEB on Noc. 16.(Allen J. Schaben / LAT)
Ryan Kartje (LA Times) — With its first season in the Big Ten slipping away, USC is making a change at quarterback.
Jayden Maiava will get his first start for USC when the Trojans return from their bye to host Nebraska on Nov. 16, according to a person familiar with the decision but not authorized to speak publicly.
The move relegates Miller Moss to a reserve role after nine uneven starts this season. Since a strong debut in which Moss led USC to a season-opening win over Louisiana State in Las Vegas, the redshirt junior’s performance has been marked by costly mistakes, including critical interceptions in recent weeks as USC dropped four of its last five games, all by a single possession.
Miller Moss looks on from the sideline during the loss to UW on Saturday in Seattle. (Lindsey Wasson / AP)
What the decision means for the redshirt junior moving forward at USC remains to be seen. But with three games remaining in its season — and with bowl eligibility still within reach — USC now turns to Maiava, hoping that his dual threat ability will help spark an offense that has struggled to deliver when it mattered most this season.
Moss, a former four-star prospect, had patiently waited for his time at USC over the previous two seasons as a backup to Caleb Williams. He finally got his chance last December at the Holiday Bowl, where he threw for six touchdowns, securing his place as the presumptive starter for the following season. At the time, USC coach Lincoln Riley, who said he would seek a quarterback in the transfer portal, joked that Moss’ performance “may have scared off anybody that would want to come here anyway.”
He delivered again on that promise in his first start this season, as Moss threw for 378 yards and completed 75% of his passes in a season-opening win over LSU. But since the start of the Big Ten slate, Moss has struggled to find his stride. In a loss to Washington last week, Moss threw three interceptions, including one that sparked a go-ahead scoring drive for the Huskies.
After the game, Riley was asked if he was tempted to give Maiava a chance at quarterback during the final three games of the season. At the time, Riley said that he “wouldn’t say that.”
“For us right now,” Riley said, “what we’re looking at is what’s the best lineup, the best people to help us win every week, and we’re going to keep our focus there.”
The three days since had apparently convinced the coach otherwise.
Maiava is no stranger to leading a college offense. He started 14 games last year as quarterback at Nevada Las Vegas, but left an assured starting role to enter the transfer portal after the season. He first committed to Georgia in January, before flipping to USC just two weeks after Moss’ breakout bowl performance.
Moss had already staked his claim for the job. But what seemed like a runaway competition between the two quarterbacks through fall camp ended up being “neck and neck” according to Riley. Teammates and coaches alike praised Maiava for making a “major, major jump”.
“He’s got a bright future here,” Riley said. “No doubt about that.”
That future is now starting earlier than the coach planned at USC, with the Trojans desperate for any spark that might stop their disappointing season from snowballing any further.
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This has become a psychology experiment so to speak. The areas of improvement are very evident to now the media ( multiple articles) and us, the focused-in fan. It will be interesting to sit back and witness a major growth of a big time power coach or the severe regression of a very capable coach due to pride / stubbornness, taking young men down with him. I’m gonna believe that he can transition, can swallow pride, and become what we believe is in the best interests of the program. He won in OK just enough to believe he doesn’t need… Read more »
Matt Leinart’s Son Cole Commits to SMU Over Deion Sanders’ Colorado
The son of USC legend Matt Leinart (6-4, 190, Redondo Beach Union) committed to SMU on Wednesday, according to Hayes Fawcett of On3.
Cole Leinart is a 3-star recruit and the No. 81 QB in 247Sports’ rankings for the 2026 recruiting class. ARIZ, PITT and UNLV also showed strong interest in the California native.
SMU is the USC of the Southwest. As Cali has become more and more crazy, USC parents have been open to sending their kids out of state. My best friend, CPA and fraternity brother had his two daughters go to SMU and they had a great experience.
Good point. I’ve had more than one SC friend whose child went to SMU, also a private school. They had nothing but great things to say about it. It’s much smaller attendance-wise, but supposedly has the same feel to it.
Stewart Mandel’s Mailbag: Lincoln Riley’s issues? USC exposed his flaws (The Athletic) Q — How is it possible that Lincoln Riley lost only 10 games out of 65 at Oklahoma and has lost 10 out of his last 16 at USC? Can you think of another coach who had the same type of sustained success at one school and then failed as miserably at another? Mandel — No coach will ever have a more extreme case of this than Rich Rodriguez, who posted three straight top-10 seasons at West Virginia, went to Michigan, went 3-9 in his first season… Read more »
Even if AD Bohn had researched more into LR’s OU success, how would anyone know how poor LR’s ability to rebuild a program was until now. After 3-years of poor decisions of rebuilding and getting paid handsomely for it, LR has gotten himself cornered where he lacks the right answers and that hidden truth is out in the open. If we thought the 2024 season was crucial, what does all this make the 2025 season?
It always amazes me to see how quickly things change in life. By the end of last season, LR’s stock had literally dropped more than any other CFB coach in America. He was a bust, especially if you considered his historically laughable meltdown in the Cotton Bowl vs TUL. So he finally fired Grinch (I wonder how friendly they are now), made some great defensive coach hires that were admired by all CFB fans, and he then beat LSU in a fantastic come-from-behinder in Vegas. LR was taking major rehab steps and that win now stands as a fantastic Trojan… Read more »
I don’t think USC took to rebuilding until last year when the team was struggling. His first year was a showcase for the Heisman winner. I see USC in its second year of a 3-4 year rebuild.
Agree, Jamaica. I along with everyone else here thought Linkin’ was a homerun hire–so unexpected and also, so un-Helton-like. I do remember a couple of comments about weak defenses, but those comments did not resonate when you looked at his record at OU. It’s a tough business, choosing a head coach. Corporations make dumb decisions sometimes–look at Disney. The guy that replaced Iger was so bad, Iger had to come back and try to clean up that guy’s mess. I think our 2025 super team we envisioned will be a shell of itself unless we see a radical turnaround in… Read more »
USC Trojans Quarterback Miller Moss’s Mom Tweets About Lincoln Riley’s Benching? Charlie Viehi (SI.com) — A social media page that appears to be Moss’s mom’s shared some thoughts on Riley’s decision to take her son off the field.
She posted a quote from former United States President Dwight D. Eisenhower that reads:
“The search for a scapegoat is the easiest of all hunting expeditions.”
Reading between the lines, it seems as though Moss is implying that Riley is using her son as a scapegoat for USC’s struggles this season.
If SC had a high quality O-line like we had in generations past (and indeed SC was known for its great blocking), MM would have been a fantastic QB for this system. Think Steve Sogge or Mike Rae managing National Championship teams. Unfortunately, our O-line is poorly coached and is not very deep. MM has PTSD from getting beat up the last 7 games. So, instead of a slightly less than a Matt Leinart season, MM has experienced a JT Daniels season. As I have mentioned before, if MM would take the future pay cut, I could see him becoming… Read more »
1 ORE 2 OHIO ST 3 GA 4 MIA 5 TEXAS 6 PSU 7 TENN 8 IU (Curt “Google Me” Cignetti) 9 BYU 10 ND 11 ALA 12 BOISE ST 13 SMU (first team out of the PO field) 14 A&M 15 LSU 16 OLE MISS 17 IA ST 18 PITT 19 KSU 20 CU 21 WSU 22 LOUIS 23 CLEM 24 MO 25 ARMY
“Time” by Pink Floyd (annotated) . . . tick tock . . . tick tock . . Ticking away the moments that make up a dull Trojan game You fritter and waste the hours in an offside way Kicking around on a piece of ground the coliseum Waiting for someone or something to show you the way Tired of lying in someone else’s sunshine Staying home to watch the pain And you are young and life is long And there is time to kill today And then one day you find Ten years have got behind you No one told… Read more »
I love MIller Moss,but this chance had to be made. I am just sorry it took so long, and that during the season, why packages weren’t designed for Malava all along. But Riley is stubborn, and slow to change ( see Grinch). The bottom line is that Moss is slow and no threat to run, or to keep plays alive. His arm strength for down field throws is questionable. When that is the case, your QB needs to play mistake free football, and nine interceptions in 7 games blows that narrative away. Do you suppose Riley will finally commit to… Read more »
A source with knowledge of the situation told the Southern California News Group that Lincoln Riley called Jayden Maiava Monday night and informed him he’d be USC’s starter Luca Evans (OC Register) — “He finally has a chance to show the world,” a source familiar with the QB switch said of Jayden Maiava, “and he’s been working his ass off.” Maiava’s QB coach Ryan Porter, who has also long worked with current impressive Commanders QB Jayden Daniels, called Maiava fundamentally “as gifted as anybody I’ve ever been around.” But development has been needed, after a slightly turnover-prone year at… Read more »
The thing about Maiava is he has D1 PT, is acustomed to the speed and size. If he knows the O I can’t see him having a problem, other than perhaps the passing game timing.
If memory serves, he’s only played in one game so with three games left he could play all three and still get a redshirt. Nope wrong looked it up he actually played a few downs against Wisconsin and Rutgers. He will be a Jr. next season. Maybe this projected change is smoke and mirrors to wake up Moss?
To give LR the benefit of the doubt, I think he is past the “Smoke and Mirrors” stage. How could he not be? USC has fundamental problems within its football program that require serious solutions. This is a good move and a positive step in the right direction. I was beginning to think we might not have a chance to win our last three games and get into a bowl. I think that’s possible now. This team needs a jump start after these brutal losses and this is a good beginning. Miller can always go back in if Maiava shows… Read more »
I hope we give Maiava these 3 games to get his sea legs. It’s only fair. He will struggle for sure, but to be expected. Is it possible for Riley to pull Maiava in signs of trouble to prove once again his choice to stick with an underperforming Moss was the right one? I’m so disillusioned with Riley at this point I’m creating conspiracy theories.
I think we are all scratching our heads trying to figure out how the wheels fell off. Some say not running, or bad play calling, stubborness to change or other reasons. I believe we have Riley for a while, and I am hopeful he is maturing through all this dumpster fire we have at present. He may wind up getting it all dialed in be the coach worth his paycheck. Until then we just need to support the Trojans and hope for the best.
Hopefully the receivers will stop dropping the ball and make the hard catches as well as the easy ones. If only our kicker had one more foot of leg power we could have won the WA game. I have a hard time going negative on Riley because I do believe there is a really good coach in there somewhere. I am hopeful in the kids coming up and the next class if they can hold it together. Maiava may be fix they need on offense.
LR has a lot of work to do this off season no matter what happens in these last 3-games. The first matter has to be in dealing with his ego & stubborness. Then he has to make the changes necessary in his coaching staff. I would like him to make 3-fundamental moves after securing the present defensive coaching staff. Then hire a new O-line coach, Hire an energetic recruitment director and hire aOC/playcaller.
I was thinking the same but he spot played. Watched him against Utah St. He scored a TD ( run ). Coliseum went nuts. He’s been watching mostly from the sidelines ever since.
He’s built. Seen him on the sidelines at the Coliseum. I know he’s got wheels based on the limited time on the field. We need to be patient. He’ll make some mistakes.
Thanks Miller…..you gave it all you have. Which is all anyone can ask.
This decision should have been made 6 weeks ago. Poor pass blocking line means mobile QB to help.
As for the decision…….closed practice……. but he announces the change to the public 2 weeks ahead so Nebraska can adjust to the best of their ability. Don’t ask me.
Is he taking stupid pills.
I think LR felt he had to make this announcement publicly because the tone around him has become so dark.
While he can’t be fired, he’s still very vulnerable from the loss of respect vantage point. He had to stem the bleeding IMO, and this move somewhat mollifies the ever-spreading view that he is terminally stubborn.
LR actually changed course during the season! Late as usual, but better than nothing.
Your take is the only logical reason. It’s just sad that his rep comes before the programs best interest ( use all advantages available) and also Maiava’s only element of surprise has been eliminated so he’s just another untested qb entering a game where the opponent has a good preparation plan.
The only difference will be in how Maiava handles himself in a broken pocket. What does Neb do except perhaps have a spy on him. That gets the back open. If Maiava knows the offense good enough he could mean a couple of scores a game difference, and hence, a win for a change. I just wish they would tighten up the D backfield. Short passes keep drives alive.
USC doesn’t need an advantage to beat Nebraska. This is a great move by LR, albeit late, but maybe Maiva needed to learn the system. LR’s track record shows that he needs a mobile QB to fit his system.
God Bless Miller Moss. He had a great shot, but he couldn’t pull it off. If you have the stomach, check out the UW game again. Even though MM often had very sufficient time to throw, he was horribly inaccurate. He was lucky he didn’t have 1-2 more picks actually, and often just flat-out threw bad passes, punctuated by occasional excellent tosses. Very inconsistent and too often locks onto receivers. Questionable field vision too. I expect Maiava to be more accurate, especially as he gets more comfortable playing full-time. If LR had kept Maiava off the field for NEB, he… Read more »
I thought they didn’t need any advantage against mediocre teams like Minnesota or even bottom feeder Maryland but nevertheless. We’ve been campaigning Riley to give Maiava a package in the offense. This is a good start, and you’re right it’s late, but we’ll take it. Was hoping we wouldn’t give Nebraska a crack into what they’re going to see. He’s gonna be jittery as it is. Hoping these closed practices were to cook up something good.
Miller Moss looks on from the sideline during the loss to UW on Saturday in Seattle. (Lindsey Wasson / AP)
Both USA Today and Sports Illustrated predict that USC will not win two of its final three games, and will not make a bowl game.
This has become a psychology experiment so to speak. The areas of improvement are very evident to now the media ( multiple articles) and us, the focused-in fan. It will be interesting to sit back and witness a major growth of a big time power coach or the severe regression of a very capable coach due to pride / stubbornness, taking young men down with him. I’m gonna believe that he can transition, can swallow pride, and become what we believe is in the best interests of the program. He won in OK just enough to believe he doesn’t need… Read more »
Matt Leinart’s Son Cole Commits to SMU Over Deion Sanders’ Colorado
The son of USC legend Matt Leinart (6-4, 190, Redondo Beach Union) committed to SMU on Wednesday, according to Hayes Fawcett of On3.
Cole Leinart is a 3-star recruit and the No. 81 QB in 247Sports’ rankings for the 2026 recruiting class. ARIZ, PITT and UNLV also showed strong interest in the California native.
bleacherreport.com
SMU is the USC of the Southwest. As Cali has become more and more crazy, USC parents have been open to sending their kids out of state. My best friend, CPA and fraternity brother had his two daughters go to SMU and they had a great experience.
Good point. I’ve had more than one SC friend whose child went to SMU, also a private school. They had nothing but great things to say about it. It’s much smaller attendance-wise, but supposedly has the same feel to it.
In case you missed it:
The B1G announced that the Trojans will kick off at 1 p.m. PT on Nov. 16 for their homecoming Coliseum matchup vs NEB (Fox).
Stewart Mandel’s Mailbag: Lincoln Riley’s issues? USC exposed his flaws (The Athletic) Q — How is it possible that Lincoln Riley lost only 10 games out of 65 at Oklahoma and has lost 10 out of his last 16 at USC? Can you think of another coach who had the same type of sustained success at one school and then failed as miserably at another? Mandel — No coach will ever have a more extreme case of this than Rich Rodriguez, who posted three straight top-10 seasons at West Virginia, went to Michigan, went 3-9 in his first season… Read more »
Riley has flaws? Who knew? /sarc/
Even if AD Bohn had researched more into LR’s OU success, how would anyone know how poor LR’s ability to rebuild a program was until now. After 3-years of poor decisions of rebuilding and getting paid handsomely for it, LR has gotten himself cornered where he lacks the right answers and that hidden truth is out in the open. If we thought the 2024 season was crucial, what does all this make the 2025 season?
It always amazes me to see how quickly things change in life. By the end of last season, LR’s stock had literally dropped more than any other CFB coach in America. He was a bust, especially if you considered his historically laughable meltdown in the Cotton Bowl vs TUL. So he finally fired Grinch (I wonder how friendly they are now), made some great defensive coach hires that were admired by all CFB fans, and he then beat LSU in a fantastic come-from-behinder in Vegas. LR was taking major rehab steps and that win now stands as a fantastic Trojan… Read more »
I don’t think USC took to rebuilding until last year when the team was struggling. His first year was a showcase for the Heisman winner. I see USC in its second year of a 3-4 year rebuild.
Agree, Jamaica. I along with everyone else here thought Linkin’ was a homerun hire–so unexpected and also, so un-Helton-like. I do remember a couple of comments about weak defenses, but those comments did not resonate when you looked at his record at OU. It’s a tough business, choosing a head coach. Corporations make dumb decisions sometimes–look at Disney. The guy that replaced Iger was so bad, Iger had to come back and try to clean up that guy’s mess. I think our 2025 super team we envisioned will be a shell of itself unless we see a radical turnaround in… Read more »
Whoops. I see Allen has previously expanded on my thoughts in a more erudite fashion. At least we are on the same page, AW.
USC Trojans Quarterback Miller Moss’s Mom Tweets About Lincoln Riley’s Benching?
Charlie Viehi (SI.com) — A social media page that appears to be Moss’s mom’s shared some thoughts on Riley’s decision to take her son off the field.
She posted a quote from former United States President Dwight D. Eisenhower that reads:
“The search for a scapegoat is the easiest of all hunting expeditions.”
Reading between the lines, it seems as though Moss is implying that Riley is using her son as a scapegoat for USC’s struggles this season.
si.com
Moms will be moms. She is obviously a very good one and no matter if Miller starts or not, she is correct in defense of her son.
If SC had a high quality O-line like we had in generations past (and indeed SC was known for its great blocking), MM would have been a fantastic QB for this system. Think Steve Sogge or Mike Rae managing National Championship teams. Unfortunately, our O-line is poorly coached and is not very deep. MM has PTSD from getting beat up the last 7 games. So, instead of a slightly less than a Matt Leinart season, MM has experienced a JT Daniels season. As I have mentioned before, if MM would take the future pay cut, I could see him becoming… Read more »
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5 TEXAS
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10 ND
11 ALA
12 BOISE ST
13 SMU (first team out of the PO field)
14 A&M
15 LSU
16 OLE MISS
17 IA ST
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21 WSU
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“Time” by Pink Floyd (annotated) . . . tick tock . . . tick tock . . Ticking away the moments that make up a dull Trojan game You fritter and waste the hours in an offside way Kicking around on a piece of ground the coliseum Waiting for someone or something to show you the way Tired of lying in someone else’s sunshine Staying home to watch the pain And you are young and life is long And there is time to kill today And then one day you find Ten years have got behind you No one told… Read more »
Well played, Dana Point. Well played.
I love MIller Moss,but this chance had to be made. I am just sorry it took so long, and that during the season, why packages weren’t designed for Malava all along. But Riley is stubborn, and slow to change ( see Grinch). The bottom line is that Moss is slow and no threat to run, or to keep plays alive. His arm strength for down field throws is questionable. When that is the case, your QB needs to play mistake free football, and nine interceptions in 7 games blows that narrative away. Do you suppose Riley will finally commit to… Read more »
Should had been done after Minny … but Jayden should had received snaps all year
It’s coming right up!
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As far as USC goes, maybe next year.
We are definitely USC,I this year–University of Southern California, Irrelevant.
A source with knowledge of the situation told the Southern California News Group that Lincoln Riley called Jayden Maiava Monday night and informed him he’d be USC’s starter Luca Evans (OC Register) — “He finally has a chance to show the world,” a source familiar with the QB switch said of Jayden Maiava, “and he’s been working his ass off.” Maiava’s QB coach Ryan Porter, who has also long worked with current impressive Commanders QB Jayden Daniels, called Maiava fundamentally “as gifted as anybody I’ve ever been around.” But development has been needed, after a slightly turnover-prone year at… Read more »
How the hell wasn’t he given some goal line snaps … now just jump right to starter when he would or should had been playing some
The thing about Maiava is he has D1 PT, is acustomed to the speed and size. If he knows the O I can’t see him having a problem, other than perhaps the passing game timing.
If memory serves, he’s only played in one game so with three games left he could play all three and still get a redshirt. Nope wrong looked it up he actually played a few downs against Wisconsin and Rutgers. He will be a Jr. next season. Maybe this projected change is smoke and mirrors to wake up Moss?
To give LR the benefit of the doubt, I think he is past the “Smoke and Mirrors” stage. How could he not be? USC has fundamental problems within its football program that require serious solutions. This is a good move and a positive step in the right direction. I was beginning to think we might not have a chance to win our last three games and get into a bowl. I think that’s possible now. This team needs a jump start after these brutal losses and this is a good beginning. Miller can always go back in if Maiava shows… Read more »
I hope we give Maiava these 3 games to get his sea legs. It’s only fair. He will struggle for sure, but to be expected. Is it possible for Riley to pull Maiava in signs of trouble to prove once again his choice to stick with an underperforming Moss was the right one? I’m so disillusioned with Riley at this point I’m creating conspiracy theories.
I think we are all scratching our heads trying to figure out how the wheels fell off. Some say not running, or bad play calling, stubborness to change or other reasons. I believe we have Riley for a while, and I am hopeful he is maturing through all this dumpster fire we have at present. He may wind up getting it all dialed in be the coach worth his paycheck. Until then we just need to support the Trojans and hope for the best.
I agree. I thought when he finally shows some priority to the defensive side of the ball we were on our way. You’re right, this may take a while.
Riley will only make himself look worse if he gives Maiava an early hook.
It’s been sad and unfortunate to see Miller Moss actually regress this season under LR’s coaching.
If USC can’t win out and beat our two biggest rivals, the least we can do is prepare better for the post-season football gap and 2025 on the field.
This is a beneficial move for USC either way.
Hopefully the receivers will stop dropping the ball and make the hard catches as well as the easy ones. If only our kicker had one more foot of leg power we could have won the WA game. I have a hard time going negative on Riley because I do believe there is a really good coach in there somewhere. I am hopeful in the kids coming up and the next class if they can hold it together. Maiava may be fix they need on offense.
Not seeing many drops … a lot of poorly thrown balls
LR has a lot of work to do this off season no matter what happens in these last 3-games. The first matter has to be in dealing with his ego & stubborness. Then he has to make the changes necessary in his coaching staff. I would like him to make 3-fundamental moves after securing the present defensive coaching staff. Then hire a new O-line coach, Hire an energetic recruitment director and hire aOC/playcaller.
I was thinking the same but he spot played. Watched him against Utah St. He scored a TD ( run ). Coliseum went nuts. He’s been watching mostly from the sidelines ever since.
Watched the qbs warmup at Michigan … Miavia looked much bigger, more athletic, had a quick release, and powerful arm. Looked like starter.
He’s built. Seen him on the sidelines at the Coliseum. I know he’s got wheels based on the limited time on the field. We need to be patient. He’ll make some mistakes.
Thanks Miller…..you gave it all you have. Which is all anyone can ask.
This decision should have been made 6 weeks ago. Poor pass blocking line means mobile QB to help.
As for the decision…….closed practice……. but he announces the change to the public 2 weeks ahead so Nebraska can adjust to the best of their ability. Don’t ask me.
Is he taking stupid pills.
Thinking the same thing. Why in hell would he give what little advantage we have on Nebraska away. To allow them to prep on Maiva.
I think LR felt he had to make this announcement publicly because the tone around him has become so dark.
While he can’t be fired, he’s still very vulnerable from the loss of respect vantage point. He had to stem the bleeding IMO, and this move somewhat mollifies the ever-spreading view that he is terminally stubborn.
LR actually changed course during the season! Late as usual, but better than nothing.
Your take is the only logical reason. It’s just sad that his rep comes before the programs best interest ( use all advantages available) and also Maiava’s only element of surprise has been eliminated so he’s just another untested qb entering a game where the opponent has a good preparation plan.
The only difference will be in how Maiava handles himself in a broken pocket. What does Neb do except perhaps have a spy on him. That gets the back open. If Maiava knows the offense good enough he could mean a couple of scores a game difference, and hence, a win for a change. I just wish they would tighten up the D backfield. Short passes keep drives alive.
USC doesn’t need an advantage to beat Nebraska. This is a great move by LR, albeit late, but maybe Maiva needed to learn the system. LR’s track record shows that he needs a mobile QB to fit his system.
God Bless Miller Moss. He had a great shot, but he couldn’t pull it off. If you have the stomach, check out the UW game again. Even though MM often had very sufficient time to throw, he was horribly inaccurate. He was lucky he didn’t have 1-2 more picks actually, and often just flat-out threw bad passes, punctuated by occasional excellent tosses. Very inconsistent and too often locks onto receivers. Questionable field vision too. I expect Maiava to be more accurate, especially as he gets more comfortable playing full-time. If LR had kept Maiava off the field for NEB, he… Read more »
I thought they didn’t need any advantage against mediocre teams like Minnesota or even bottom feeder Maryland but nevertheless. We’ve been campaigning Riley to give Maiava a package in the offense. This is a good start, and you’re right it’s late, but we’ll take it. Was hoping we wouldn’t give Nebraska a crack into what they’re going to see. He’s gonna be jittery as it is. Hoping these closed practices were to cook up something good.