Kennedy Polamalu was fired and will not return as offensive coordinator/running backs coach for the USC Trojans, coach Lane Kiffin announced Sunday.

"As we continue to evaluate all facets of our program, including the organization of our staff, we made the decision to go in a different direction at this coaching position," Kiffin said. "Kennedy Polamalu is a good coach, a good person and a good Trojan. We wish him and his family the best."