Here’s statements from USC coach Lane Kiffin and athletic director Pat Haden regarding the NCAA notice of allegations against Kiffin from his time at Tennessee.
“We have received from the NCAA a notice of allegations against Lane Kiffin
pertaining to his tenure as the head football coach at Tennessee,” Haden said. “The NCAA enforcement process provides for Tennessee and Lane to address those charges.
Until that process is completed, it would be unfair and premature for me or USC
to comment on this matter.
“However, I will say this: Since his return to USC last year as our head
football coach, Lane has been vigilant in making sure he and the football
program follow the NCAA’s rules and compete the right way. Lane has my support
as our head football coach.”
Said Kiffin: “We have received the notice of allegations. On the advice of my legal counsel, we cannot comment other than to say we look forward to working through the
process with the NCAA.”