Holtz hated all of the talk and showboating that Watters had a bit of a flair for, and Watters never forgave him for leaving him at home for U.S.C. in '88. They made up later, but between the hot-dogging and some critical fumbles, Holtz wouldn't give him all of the additional touches that he wanted. They made up over the years afterwards, but Watters was clear early on after he was in the N.F.L. that he couldn't stand Lou.