Ben Malcolmson, USCRipsIt

Nearly 400 miles away, a seed has been planted. There’s not much to admire now, but it sure seems like it could grow into something big. Former USC offensive coordinator Lane Kiffin is blossoming as a first-year head coach in the NFL, his first season tempered by the challenges of fewer wins than losses. But perhaps just as noteworthy, the Pete Carroll coaching tree has sprouted… continue