USC's Lincoln Riley faces criticism after loss to Oregon
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 2:04 PM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026
USC's season hit a setback with a 41-27 loss to Oregon on September 29, 2026. The Trojans struggled with critical mistakes, allowing over 500 yards of offense and failing to stop the Ducks in key moments. UCLA football writer Dylan McNeill highlighted this lack of composure, questioning USC's ability to win significant games under Lincoln Riley. Despite the challenges, USC is expected to continue competing throughout the season.
- •USC falls to Oregon, suffering its first loss of the season.
- •Defense allowed over 500 yards of offense to Oregon.
- •Critics highlight USC's pattern of mistakes in key games.
- •Lincoln Riley's ability to win big games is under scrutiny.
- •Dylan McNeill from UCLA Wire offers pointed critique of the Trojans.
- 2:04 PMYahoo Sports — UCLA writer blasts Lincoln Riley's USC team after Oregon loss
"It stings to hear criticism of USC from a UCLA football writer - not because a Bruin is delivering the criticism, but because the critique is true
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