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Steve Sarkisian Didn't Know Reggie Bush Comment Was On The Record

Husky head coach Steve Sarkisian attempted to clarify his comments regarding Reggie Bush after Washingtons 56-21 loss to Nebraska at Husky Stadium today.

The AP’s Tim Booth reports Sarkisian thought his comments during a production meeting with ESPN were off the record (via the Tacoma News Tribune).

Washington coach Steve Sarkisian said Saturday his comments to an ESPN reporter about Reggie Bush giving back the Heisman Trophy came during a production meeting that he believed was not for print.
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“It was a conversation – part of a conversation – where there were quotes on both sides. It’s unfortunate,” Sarkisian said. “It’s a great learning lesson for me about what things get said around media, they’re live.”