Matt Leinart Refuses to Un-Retire USC Jersey for 5-Star Recruit
Matt Leinart Refuses to Un-Retire USC Jersey for 5-Star Recruit  
Podcast: The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima
Published On: Tue Mar 17 2026
Description: Matt Leinart makes headlines for refusing to let USC un-retire his number 11 jersey for incoming recruits. The conversation shifts to the sanctity of retired numbers in the transfer portal era and why NFL teams like the Browns are often hesitant to retire jerseys. Former Cavalier Channing Frye also prepares to join and break down the team's recent struggles. 01:20 - Cleveland Browns Draft Concerns 02:12 - Leinart Protects USC Legacy 07:09 - Jersey Retirement Philosophy 10:39 - Channing Frye Interview Preview