Xbox controller problem. Anyone know how to fix?

So I purchased a controller that was wired for the Xbox 360 around Christmas. The controller stopped working yesterday, with about one playtime of use. So then I bought a new controller today, since it was to late to return the other. Same problem happened after about 10 mins.

Problem: I'd be playing Xbox and then out of no where, it would say I needed to reconnect the controller. It didn't work and when I press the middle X button, it doesn't even flash or do anything. This is the second time this has happened with 2 new wired controllers that were $40 each.

Please help!

Could be the USB port on the Xbox 360 that you have my be broken. Since you have purchased 2 new wired controllers for your console. A Faulty USB port my be the blame. Try a wireless controller and try the other USB port.

Your Xbox 360 may need to be repaired.

Are they third party controllers? If so if your usbs work that means I'd stop buying those get a wireless one and be done with the problem