The Latest Breaking News from Lincoln Riley

Ex-Cardinals Coach Kliff Kingsbury to Join Power Five College Football Staff, per Report

He was fired by the Cardinals after a 4–13 record in 2022.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 11, 2023

USC coach Lincoln Riley: ‘We’re excited about where we’re headed defensively’

LOS ANGELES — When Lincoln Riley stepped onto the practice field this past Sunday at the start of his second spring as USC’s football coach, the task in front of him felt a bit less daunting than it did a year ago.

Los Angeles Times · Mar 8, 2023

Phil Steele predicts preseason AP college football top 10. Where is Ohio State?

Phil Steele is one of the best in the business and has a knack for predicting the AP Top 25. Here's what he says about next year. #GoBucks

USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 24, 2023

State of USC's football program: Overhaul complete. Now comes the 'critical' stage.

LOS ANGELES — Every aspect of Lincoln Riley's football program, every plan, every decision, every note from every season he's spent as a head coach is accessible from an iPad that he has at the ready.

Los Angeles Times · Jan 15, 2023

Report: Clemson Makes Riley Among Highest-Paid Assistants in Official Deal

The Tigers announced the decision on Friday.

Sports Illustrated · Jan 13, 2023

Clemson Fires Offensive Coordinator, Eyes TCU Replacement

The Tigers have parted ways with assistant coach Brandon Streeter.

Sports Illustrated · Jan 12, 2023

USC coach Lincoln Riley defends keeping Alex Grinch and outlines plans for Year 2

LOS ANGELES — After a dismal end to the season for USC's defense cast some doubt on his coordinator's future, coach Lincoln Riley has elected to stay the course with Alex Grinch.

Los Angeles Times · Jan 11, 2023

Mike Leach's influence extends deeply among his CFP title game 'disciples'

Mike Leach wasn't one to get too romantic about his own legacy. His mind loved to wander, but especially so when he was being asked about himself or his impact on college football.

Los Angeles Times · Jan 8, 2023

Heisman winners and huge offenses won’t matter if Lincoln Riley can’t fix USC defense

LOS ANGELES — Six seasons ago, in his first year as a coach, Lincoln Riley led Oklahoma to the College Football Playoff. It was a tremendous debut by nearly every measure. With a Heisman winner at quarterback and an offense capable of outscoring any other in college football, the Sooners’…

Los Angeles Times · Jan 4, 2023

ESPN’s Kirk Herbstreit Offers Stern Criticism of USC QB Caleb Williams

The college football analyst emphatically criticized the Trojans quarterback on Monday.

Sports Illustrated · Jan 2, 2023