In their own words

Highlights from the news conference, with quotes from Kessler, Cravens.

Selected quotes from the Steve Sarkisian news conference:

‘ First and foremost, I’d like to apologize formy behavior Saturday night. It was inappropriate’

— Sarkisian in his opening statement

‘ I’m going tomove forward, and we’re going to be great. And I can’t wait to start coaching again today with the team thatwe have’

— Sarkisian

‘ No, I don’t believe so, but through Pat [ Haden] and through the university, I’m going to find that out. I’m going to go to treatment. I’m going to deal with it.’

— Sarkisian, asked if he has a drinking problem

‘ We sawit, andwe knew something wasn’t right becausewe know howhe is in a normal state.’ — USC quarterback Cody Kessler, who witnessed Sarkisian’s comments Saturday

‘ I’ve disclosed everything to the team. I’ve opened myself up to the team. When it comes towhat medication I’m taking, I think that’s an issue that really should remain private, quite honestly. But I think our team knows where I’m at.’

— Sarkisian in declining to identify the medication he took

‘ I’m not proud of the things that have occurred for me, but I know I’m a good football coach, and I know we’re going to be a good football team.’

— Sarkisian on whether he has been treated fairly

‘ We’ve moved on. He’s still our head coach at the end of the day, andwe love him, and we’re going to support him.’ — Trojans linebacker Su’a Cravens