Lincoln Riley must prove himself against top Big Ten coaches this season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 11:37 AM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Lincoln Riley enters the 2026 college football season facing a high-stakes challenge in the Big Ten, where several of his opponents are ranked among the best coaches in the country. Ryan Day of Ohio State ranks third and Curt Cignetti of Indiana ranks first, according to CBS Sports. Both Day and Cignetti have led their teams to successful seasons, keeping them in College Football Playoff contention. Riley's performance this season could determine his standing among elite coaches, as he seeks to match their success.
- •Ryan Day ranked third in CBS Sports' top coaches list.
- •Curt Cignetti ranks first, highlighting strong competition in the Big Ten.
- •Riley needs a successful season to elevate his coaching reputation.
- •Both Indiana and Ohio State remain in College Football Playoff contention.
- 11:37 AMYahoo Sports — Lincoln Riley's counterparts are viewed as best coaches in the country
"Lincoln Riley has to prove himself among the top coaches in the country this season, especially since most of those coaches are in the Big Ten
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