re: Don’t blame the players

I don't blame this on the freshmen. They are out there giving it their all and they WILL be good very soon no matter who the coach is. They are just going through learning pains and need time to get stronger.

However there are a number of juniors and seniors on this team that are lazy and do not show the leadership needed. The number of suspensions this team has had is reflective of a team that is lazy and undisciplined.

While some of the on-field issues I will blame on the coach... I don't blame the coach for the players not being able to stop smoking weed, or the disaster that is Arden Key.

People like Key and Herron are pissing away millions at this point. With all the resources available - academic and personal - at some point the upperclassmen need to grow up.