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Riley’s Pressure to Deliver at USC | USC Trojans Football News
Lincoln Riley’s USC tenure is under intense scrutiny as the Trojans chase their first College Football Playoff appearance — and fans are demanding accountability. With a 35-18 record at USC and zero playoff wins (all from his Oklahoma days), Riley faces pressure to elevate his team beyond talent to championship-level execution. Critics point to a lack of defensive physicality, questionable staff decisions, and perceived loyalty over results — contrasting him with coaches like Kirby Smart and Curt Cignetti who enforce relentless standards. Can Riley break through this narrative and deliver the…
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