Lincoln Riley holds Notre Dame accountable for rivalry scheduling issues

USC head coach Lincoln Riley reiterated his desire to maintain the rivalry with Notre Dame after a scheduling impasse. The two schools failed to agree on a date for their matchup this season, marking a break for the first time since the COVID-19 disruptions in 2020. USC expressed concerns that the traditional late-season timing of the game could impact their playoff chances. Notre Dame has since filled its schedule with a series against BYU, further complicating matters. Both programs are reportedly working towards reinstating the matchup, possibly as soon as 2030.

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