"I had interest in USC from the get-go," Loften told USCfootball.com. "I never got interest from them, but with coach Garza going there, I told him I would like to visit. I'd like to see how it is. I mean, it's USC.
"Everybody knows about USC. It's a good school with great tradition. Distance isn't a problem for me. I've got family in California - I've got family everywhere.
"I've got relatives in Oakland and in L.A. I've got my grandpa, my uncle and a few more relatives living out there. I went to Los Angeles when I was little, so it's not like I haven't been out there before either."
Garza, who left UT suddenly last week after one season as defensive backs coach to join USC’s staff, helped the Vols secure a commitment from Loften, a 5-foot-10, 195-pound safety from Nimitz High School in Irving, Texas. Loften said Garza called his high school this week to set up the visit to USC.
"Coach Garza is a real cool dude," said Loften. "He tells it like it is. Recruiting wise, I think he'd be a nice coach to play for. He's one of the coolest coaches I've ever met."
Loften maintained he is still committed to UT, but said he’ll announce his final decision on National Signing Day on Feb. 3. Loften said his decision will come down to UT and USC.
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