UConn AD counters Southern Miss coach's claims on spending

After a recent victory over Southern Miss, UConn athletic director David Benedict responded to comments made by Southern Miss head coach Blake Anderson regarding team spending. Anderson indicated that UConn's financial commitment to its football program is significant, claiming it spent approximately $13 million, while Auburn spent $20 million on its defense. Benedict refuted Anderson's assessment as inaccurate, emphasizing the different contexts of spending. UConn, now with a 2-2 record, prepares to host Syracuse on Saturday. Southern Miss seeks to recover after their recent loss to Tulane.

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