USC football seeks 40-point offense under Lincoln Riley in 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 3:42 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
USC football is focusing on improving its offensive performance as the 2026 season approaches. After a promising 2025 season that ended with a 9-3 record, the Trojans struggled to convert scoring opportunities against top-tier teams, losing close matches to Utah, Washington, and Notre Dame. Lincoln Riley, known for explosive offenses, aims for his team to regularly score 40 points, a target they fell short of in key games last season. The team looks to maximize its offensive potential in upcoming contests to enhance playoff aspirations.
- •USC was 9-3 in 2025 but lost to top teams.
- •Riley's offense needs to score at least 40 points in key games.
- •Trojans fell short against Utah, Washington, and Notre Dame.
- •Improved performance is crucial for playoff contention.
- 3:42 PMYahoo Sports — It won't guarantee wins, but Lincoln Riley needs a 40-point offense
"USC was an offense-first team in 2025, but that generally good offense still left points on the field versus elite teams. That can't happen in 2026
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