USC Coach Steve Sarkisian on Tuesday said his behavior at a booster event last weekend resulted from mixing alcohol and an unspecified medication, and that he would seek treatment to find out if he has a drinking problem.
"There are things we're going to work on for me moving forward," Sarkisian said during a news conference before practice. "But it's a hard time."
Sarkisian had slurred his words, used an expletive and said several opponents "suck" during the annual "Salute to Troy" kickoff event on Saturday.
He appeared drained as the Trojans resumed practice for their Sept. 5 opener against Arkansas State, and apologized again for his behavior.
"I took medication, I mixed it with alcohol, not a lot, unfortunately, and I responded in a way that was not acceptable."
Sarkisian declined to say what type of medication he took.
Rutgers investigation
Rutgers is investigating whether football coach Kyle Flood violated school or NCAA rules by contacting a faculty member about the academic status of a player.
NJ.com first reported Tuesday that Rutgers University's office of general counsel is investigating the severity of the alleged violation. The university confirmed its office of ethics had the matter brought to its attention about a week ago and that it has initiated an investigation.
