The police report said that Watson wasn't thought to be intoxicated. Watson talked with reporters this week and said he was likely going to stay in Columbia for Christmas instead of returning home to Williamston. Watson led South Carolina with 1,066 yards and 12 touchdowns. He topped the Southeastern Conference in all purpose yards at almost 167 yards a game. It's not the first time Holtz has taken action against key players before a big bowl game.
Players know where the trouble is.
If a coach comes in and does what's best for the team, they understand that. And Holtz realizes what Watson means to his team, playing in a bowl game a season after going 0-11. His performance this season is a big reason why our team was in a position to be selected to play in the Outback Bowl. I hope he will be with us in the future, but that will have to be decided by Derek. 2000 ESPN Internet Ventures.