Lincoln Riley praises USC's new special teams coordinator Mike Ekeler
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 4:10 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
At Big Ten Media Days, USC head coach Lincoln Riley discussed the addition of Mike Ekeler as special teams coordinator and linebackers coach. Riley expressed enthusiasm for Ekeler's coaching background and special teams expertise, citing his energy and focus on fundamentals. Ekeler previously coached special teams at Nebraska and has experience at Tennessee and USC under Lane Kiffin. His role encompasses coaching both linebackers and special teams, which Riley believes is a significant benefit for the program.
- •Lincoln Riley held a press conference at Big Ten Media Days.
- •Mike Ekeler joined USC to coach special teams and linebackers.
- •Riley highlighted Ekeler's special teams coaching track record.
- •Ekeler spent the 2025 season coaching at Nebraska and has prior USC experience.
- 4:10 PMYahoo Sports — Lincoln Riley discusses new USC special teams coordinator Mike Ekeler
"This offseason, USC brought in Mike Ekeler to coach both linebackers and special teams. Lincoln Riley certainly seems happy with the hire thus far
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