The Backer has restored his old name and color scheme after nearly two weeks as “Traddies.” (Our bet was extended because he decided the cardinal-and-gold look was good luck for his White Sox. The Sox — much like the Trojans — were undefeated while he had the USC mojo goin’ on.)

In other Brendansphere news, I’ve added a new blog to the NDLS bloggers list: Chris McLemore’s London photoblog, which has some cool pictures from across the pond. Jolly good.