What they’re saying about Clay Helton’s hiring

USC officially named Clay Helton as the permanent coach of the football team on Monday morning.

Here’s selected reactions from current, past and potentially future Trojans after the announcement:

USC tight end Tyler Petite:

Helton 2016! Great day to be a Trojan

Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll:

Congrats to @USCCoachHelton! An awesome head coach for the Trojans! Couldn’t be more fired up! Good luck this weekend! #FightOn

Former USC quarterback Matt Barkley:

Could not be more proud of @USCCoachHelton for his leadership and passion this year! Great choice to keep him! I’m with you Coach!

Former USC safety Dion Bailey:

Can’t explain how happy I am for my former coach @USCCoachHelton!! Keep being you coach!!

Former USC offensive lineman Kevin Graf:

Congrats @USCCoachHelton you deserve it! Can’t wait to watch you lead those guys to Victory

USC 2016 recruit Josh Imatorbhebhe:

Best coach out there! Couldn’t be more happy with the decision. Fight On Coach Helton

North Torrance High linebacker Mique Juarez, who decommitted from USC:

Congrats to Clay Helton, he deserves it!