Lincoln Riley addresses critics after USC's win over Ohio State
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 5:22 AM
Last updated Nov 1, 2026
USC head coach Lincoln Riley addressed critics following a 30-18 victory against Ohio State on October 31, 2026. His postgame remarks included a written statement responding to doubts about his coaching. Riley emphasized the importance of internal support over external praise, citing the win as vital for the Trojans’ playoff hopes. USC’s performance in the game saw them take an early lead and maintain control throughout, bouncing back from a previous loss. The win keeps the team in contention for the College Football Playoff.
- •USC defeated Ohio State 30-18 on October 31, 2026.
- •Riley took a moment to read a written statement at the news conference.
- •He affirmed commitment to USC amid external criticisms.
- •Riley's players expressed solidarity with his message.
- •The win helps USC remain in the College Football Playoff hunt.
- 5:22 AMYahoo Sports — Lincoln Riley claps back at critics with fiery postgame written statement
- 5:08 AMYahoo Sports — Lincoln Riley erupts at Ohio State coaches in wild postgame confrontation after USC upset
"USC coach Lincoln Riley was caught on video shouting expletives at Ohio State staffers amid chaotic scenes after the Trojans' upset of No. 2 Ohio State.
"After USC beat Ohio State, Lincoln Riley pulled out a written statement that was a clear dig at all the noise surrounding the Trojans.
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External links- Yahoo SportsNov 1, 2026, 5:22 AMLincoln Riley claps back at critics with fiery postgame written statement
After USC beat Ohio State, Lincoln Riley pulled out a written statement that was a clear dig at all the noise surrounding the Trojans.
- Yahoo SportsNov 1, 2026, 5:08 AMLincoln Riley erupts at Ohio State coaches in wild postgame confrontation after USC upset
USC coach Lincoln Riley was caught on video shouting expletives at Ohio State staffers amid chaotic scenes after the Trojans' upset of No. 2 Ohio State.
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