Notes: Memphis' West defies conventional wisdom in Pryor pursuit
Reitz also said that if Tom Bradley were named Penn State coach today, Pryor would be headed to Penn State. Bradley, the Lions defensive coordinator, has recruited Pryor intensely but fairly. One thing keeping Pryor from signing with Penn State is the uncertain future of Joe Paterno.
The Perrilloux Paradox
The Ryan Perrilloux situation at LSU has turned into the athletic equivalent of Kelvin Sampson at Oklahoma.
In both cases the basic question is: Should he stay or should he go?
Sampson's cell phone has turned into a weapon of mass destruction as Indiana administrators decide whether to retain their basketball coach. Perrilloux has done more than enough damage to his own career. LSU's redshirt junior quarterback has been suspended indefinitely -- the third suspension of his career -- for reportedly missing class and being late to meetings.
Officials at both schools are trying to decide whether winning is more important than honor, dignity and accountability.
Sampson should be gone. So should Perrilloux. Ask yourself, if Perrilloux were a walk-on offensive lineman, would he be given this many chances? The answer, of course, is no. His act has grown tired with the public as well. A recent poll conducted by a Baton Rouge TV station found that 75 percent of responders thought Perrilloux should be gone.
This is a kid who is clearly filled with hubris. While still in high school, he predicted a Heisman run as a true freshman. Four years out of high school, he was/is finally slated to become a full-time starter this fall.
With Perrilloux, LSU could repeat as SEC West champions (at least) coming off a national championship. Without him, the Tigers are a minor bowl team. Maybe. That's because the depth drops off severely after Perrilloux.
There are only two quarterbacks currently on the roster: Harvard transfer Andrew Hatch (two pass attempts last season) and redshirt freshman Jarrett Lee.
Four-star recruit Jordan Jefferson is due to arrive in the fall.
Whatever Les Miles' decision, it will be a sign of how much the program values winning over doing the right thing.
For the rest of the national notes read Dennis Dodd's blog Dodds and Ends
