USC football prepares for visit from Penn State lineman Brock Riker
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 1:45 PM
Last updated Jul 18, 2026
USC football faces Penn State next season, with Brock Riker likely starting on the offensive line for the Nittany Lions. Riker, a transfer from Texas State, is noted for his elite pass protection, having allowed zero sacks during the 2025 season. He started 12 games for Texas State after a successful freshman year. USC's defensive line will need to perform at a high level to disrupt Riker's contributions to the Penn State offense.
- •Brock Riker committed to Penn State after transferring from Texas State.
- •Riker started 12 games in 2025, allowing no sacks.
- •USC must improve their defensive line to challenge Riker.
- •The matchup will occur during the 2026 season.
- 1:45 PMYahoo Sports — USC football opposing player scouting report - Brock Riker, Penn State
"Penn State's Brock Riker is an elite pass protector. USC has to crack the code when it takes the field on defense against him
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