On December 5th, 2018, the University of Southern California (USC) announced the hiring of former Texas Tech head coach Kliff Kingsbury as their Senior Offensive Analyst. This move marks a significant shift in the Trojans’ football program, as Kingsbury brings with him an offensive pedigree that is sure to make an impact on the team.
Kingsbury has been a successful offensive coach for many years, having served as the offensive coordinator at Texas A&M from 2010-2012 and then as the head coach at Texas Tech from 2013-2018. During his time at Texas Tech, Kingsbury led the Red Raiders to a 35-40 record, including three bowl appearances. He was also named Big 12 Coach of the Year in 2013.
At USC, Kingsbury will be tasked with helping to develop the Trojans’ offense and will work closely with head coach Clay Helton and offensive coordinator Graham Harrell. Kingsbury’s experience in the Air Raid offense could be especially beneficial for USC, as the Trojans have struggled to find consistent success in the passing game in recent years.
Kingsbury’s hiring is also a major coup for USC, as he was one of the most sought-after coaches on the market this offseason. He was reportedly offered multiple head coaching positions, but chose to join the Trojans instead. This shows that USC is serious about improving their offense and that they are willing to invest in the right personnel to make it happen.
Kliff Kingsbury’s hiring is a major step forward for USC’s football program and could be a key factor in the Trojans’ success in 2019 and beyond. With Kingsbury’s expertise and experience, USC should be able to take their offense to the next level and become one of the most potent offensive teams in college football.
