Dan Dakich Slams Chris Simms' Apology Over Dante Moore Hit Analysis

Radio host and former college basketball coach Dan Dakich has strongly criticized Chris Simms' apology regarding his analysis of the hit on Oregon quarterback Dante Moore during a recent game against USC.

Simms, a former NFL quarterback and current NBC Sports personality, had initially offered commentary during halftime that suggested Moore's slide was late, placing the defender in a difficult position. This analysis, which drew on Simms' own experience, contrasted with other reactions that labeled the hit as "dirty" or "unsportsmanlike."

Following backlash from college football fans, Simms issued an apology on social media, stating, "I clearly did not show enough sympathy for the situation," and later added, "I mishandled the situation and I was wrong. I'm sorry for that."

Dakich, however, dismissed Simms' apology as unwarranted. "Bulls–t! You're not there to show sympathy. You're there to explain the situation based on your experience," Dakich stated on his show, "Don't @ Me."

Dakich argued that Simms was correct in his initial assessment, noting that Moore was "going full speed and slide late," which put the defender in a challenging spot. He further commented on the conduct of USC linebacker Desman Stephens II, who was involved in the hit and later suspended for one game by USC for his reaction. Dakich suggested that Stephens "is an idiot and he should be suspended," while also acknowledging that Simms had criticized Stephens' actions during halftime.

"There's no reason for this apology. This is just soft a– bulls–t by Chris Simms," Dakich concluded. Stephens has since been suspended for one game by USC. Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley stated, "He understands his mistake, accepts the consequences of his actions and will learn from this."