2023-12-12 18:20:00
The fact that a head coach with multiple national championships at a dynastic college sports program would leave to become a linebacker coach at another program is a striking story in itself. Being a national champion coach brings a certain amount of stature and prominence, even if that program is not at a high-profile school on par with Alabama or Ohio State. Being elite anywhere — even in North Dakota — is a special feeling and a unique experience.
Some people might laugh at being the king of Fargo, but let’s remember: It’s still a monarchy. Being a king anywhere — not having to pay for a meal or a drink because of championship success — is not something one easily leaves for something else. One has to be really impressed, and perceive a rich, profound opportunity, to leave a kingship for something else at a lower tier of employment. Going from head coach at North Dakota State to a linebacker coach anywhere else is not an upward move. It isn’t even a lateral move. It’s a downward move. That’s not a reflection on the program being joined; it’s a reflection of the movement from national championship head coach to a linebacker coach.
Matt Entz obviously perceived something really special at USC. Now we know why. Entz views USC as one of the top five college football programs in America. He said so himself. It’s a glowing review of the program and a great show of trust in Lincoln Riley. Entz is a man who truly believes in what USC can bring to him and his career. It’s quite a vote of confidence.
New USC linebacker coach Matt Entz spoke with reporters in North Dakota today. He called USC a “top five program in the country.”
— Connor Morrissette (@C_Morrissette) December 12, 2023
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