So long Joe

So much for all of those predictions of Joe McKnight signing with LSU.

McKnight calmly stated his decision to sign with USC and the crowd at John Curtis cheered.

LSU fans will be upset with McKnight - although not nearly as much as if he had gone to Alabama or Ole Miss.

But the reality is you can't really fault him for wanting to get out on his own. USC is certainly far removed from New Orleans.

It will be interesting to see how LSU fares the rest of the day.

Safety Chad Jones remains on the radar for the Tigers. Florida and Florida State are providing the competition there.

But McKnight's decision certainly puts a damper on an otherewise outstanding recruiting class.