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Lincoln Riley and Gary Patterson aim to enhance USC's defense

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 12:36 PM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Lincoln Riley and Gary Patterson aim to enhance USC's defense
Summary

Lincoln Riley has enlisted Gary Patterson as USC's new defensive coordinator, aiming to strengthen the team's defensive capabilities. Riley praised Patterson's extensive experience, noting his potential to elevate the Trojans ahead of their Big Ten competition. The Trojans seek to improve from their past performance, with hopes that this coaching staff change yields elite results. As USC prepares for the upcoming season, the focus remains on enhanced defensive production.

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  • •Lincoln Riley hires Gary Patterson as defensive coordinator for USC.
  • •Riley highlights Patterson's invaluable experience in coaching.
  • •The Trojans need significant improvement on defense this season.
  • •The new coaching combination seeks elite results for USC.
  • •USC's performance will be under scrutiny in their first Big Ten season.
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  • 12:36 PMYahoo Sports — Lincoln Riley's reunion with Gary Patterson needs to pay off for USC
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Lincoln Riley and Gary Patterson could be a great coaching combination at USC. This staff change needs to yield elite results

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