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Source: Fox News
Summary
USC legend Matt Leinart has revealed that he has been approached by USC officials to unretire his jersey number 11 for a five-star prospect. Leinart declined the offer, stating that he will never unretire his jersey for anyone except his son Cole or his future sons if they play football at USC. Leinart led the Trojans to a national championship in 2004 and was the Heisman Trophy winner that year.
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The game followed a familiar script.
Leinart’s legacy is secure, and he’s not willing to tarnish it by handing over his number to someone who might not appreciate it.
He’s not just protecting his own legacy; he’s also looking out for the integrity of the program.
It’s not about being stubborn or unwilling to adapt; it’s about holding onto something that truly matters.
And do you want to know what he told those guys straight up? He said, “Absolutely f—ing not,”
Original Observation: When you’re a legend, you get to choose who wears your number, and no amount of talent or hype can change that.
