Lincoln Riley addresses crowd turnout at USC Coliseum for Week 0

USC head coach Lincoln Riley spoke Tuesday regarding low attendance at the team's Week 0 game against San Jose State. While initial kickoff footage showed empty sections of the Coliseum, the game reached an announced attendance of 51,144. Riley dismissed concerns about the turnout as a false narrative, noting that student attendance increased as the game progressed. High heat index temperatures reaching 104 degrees and the absence of a high-profile opponent contributed to the sparse crowd. The school previously stated it acknowledges the factors impacting Saturday's attendance and expects larger crowds for future home games. USC concludes its three-game home stand with a matchup against Fresno State on Friday, Sept. 4.

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