The Bush Affair
First impressions can be dangerous, especially with something complex like the allegations involving the family of Reggie Bush. Not that the Internet is ever a place for restraint.
But the Pac-10's investigation into the living arrangement of Bush's family in San Diego could be a lot more difficult to prove if Bush and his family fail to cooperate.
These cases usually are easier to prove when a player is trying to retain his college eligibilty and will supply vital documents for reinstatement. With Bush expected to be the No. 1 pick in this week's NFL draft, there's no incentive for him or his family to cooperate.
Remember how Mike Williams supplied all financial records of money he took from an agent after he decided to play one more year. That's not the case here.
So how will this affect USC? It all depends if a link can be established showing the university was aware of the possible violations. Again, that could be difficult to prove without Bush's assistance. The bottom line is we're a long, long way from USC forfeiting games right now, although that will be the most intriguing aspect of this case the next few months.
Q: On the Dumb-O-Meter, who scores higher?
1. Mike Williams for leaving SC early
2. Eric Wright for dealing X
3. Reggie Bush's parents
4. LenDale White for letting himself go
5. All are equally stupid
What a crushing disappointment. If USC was aware of this, it deserves to be punished - along with Bush. If these allegations are true they represent a clear violation of the rules. So I say, if USC has to forfeit or is punished then Bush forfeits - including the Heisman. On top of that, forget about retiring his jersey.
By the way, I have been one of his biggest fans thinking all along that he was an intelligent, mature guy, who was handling all the pressure in an exemplary fashion. So much for media spin... I hope that this turns out to be just another headline grabbing attempt by an otherwise inconsequential reporter.
5. equally
lets not forget Leinart going "hollywood" and equating being a celeb with hanging out with wilmer valderrama.