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‘I’m the right person to be here.’ Embattled Lincoln Riley stresses his bond with USC

Amid rising tensions as Lincoln Riley has fallen short of leading USC to the College Football Playoff, he insists he is the right fit for the Trojans…

By Ryan Kartje · LA Times

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 2:33 AM

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Lincoln Riley affirmed his commitment to USC on Tuesday, insisting he is the right coach to lead the program.
A 24-7 defeat to Wisconsin severely hindered USC's chances of reaching the College Football Playoff.
Riley has six years remaining on his USC contract, which carries a buyout exceeding $70 million.

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USC head coach Lincoln Riley addressed speculation regarding his future on Tuesday, asserting that he remains the right person to lead the Trojans and wants to stay. Following a 24-7 loss to Wisconsin, USC faces dwindling College Football Playoff hopes, triggering outside rumors of a possible split despite Riley's public commitment.

Riley has six years left on his contract, with a buyout reportedly exceeding $70 million. Despite national reports calling the situation an unhappy marriage, Riley praised athletic director Jennifer Cohen, while players Elijah Paige and Trent Mosley strongly voiced their support for the coach.

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‘I’m the right person to be here.’ Embattled Lincoln Riley stresses his bond with USC

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