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USC coach Lincoln Riley sends strong message to Trojans after upsetting Ohio State

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The USC Trojans are 7-2 on the season after beating the now 6-2 Ohio State Buckeyes at home in a game that led to a Matt Leinart celebration afterward. Dave Portnoy was jumping for joy after USC beat his favorite team’s arch nemesis. Coach Lincoln Riley was perhaps the biggest winner on the night as […] The post USC coach Lincoln Riley sends strong message to Trojans after upsetting Ohio State appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dave Portnoy takes victory lap after Ohio State fall to USC

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A top-two team has fallen to an unranked opponent for the fourth consecutive week, and on Saturday, it was Ohio State football’s turn to suffer an unexpected defeat. Ryan Day’s team was beaten by USC in its first game without starting quarterback Julian Sayin, and Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy wasted no time expressing his […] The post Dave Portnoy takes victory lap after Ohio State fall to USC appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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USC great Matt Leinart celebrates ‘big win’ for Trojans vs. Ohio State

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The USC Trojans knocked off No. 2 Ohio State 30-18 on Saturday, marking their biggest win of the season. It was a great response from Lincoln Riley’s team after the disappointment of their 24-7 defeat to Wisconsin the previous week. USC great Matt Leinart was quick to congratulate the Trojans for their major achievement. “Big […] The post USC great Matt Leinart celebrates ‘big win’ for Trojans vs. Ohio State appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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USC’s Lincoln Riley gets revenge on doubters with massive top-5 win over Ohio State

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A memorable night for USC football fans as the team finally secured the statement victory they had been waiting for. Lincoln Riley’s squad delivered a dominant performance to take down second-ranked Ohio State on Saturday. Despite entering the matchup as underdogs after suffering a disappointing loss to Wisconsin, the Trojans put their recent struggles behind […] The post USC’s Lincoln Riley gets revenge on doubters with massive top-5 win over Ohio State appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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From hot seat to Halloween hero: Lincoln Riley shocks No. 2 Ohio State in USC’s biggest win in years

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Lincoln Riley delivers his biggest USC victory as the Trojans shock No. 2 Ohio State at the Coliseum, reviving their College Football Playoff hopes.

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USC’s Mark Bowman goes full Saquon Barkley with epic hurdle vs. Ohio State

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Lincoln Riley was drowning in more scrutiny than arguably ever before following last Saturday’s 24-7 road loss versus Wisconsin, but both the USC football head coach and his team rose to the occasion in their home matchup versus No. 2 Ohio State. Although Buckeyes are certainly limited offensively with the inexperienced Luke Fahey at quarterback, […] The post USC’s Mark Bowman goes full Saquon Barkley with epic hurdle vs. Ohio State appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Drake London drops USC prediction for big Ohio State clash

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The USC Trojans face a make or break game Saturday night when they host the second-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes. The Trojans are coming off a disappointing 24-7 home loss to Wisconsin, and Lincoln Reilly’s team is going to have to come up with a much better effort against one of the nation’s powerhouse teams. @drakelondon_ […] The post Drake London drops USC prediction for big Ohio State clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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“There’s Been Conversations in the Last 24 Hours”: Insider Links Lincoln Riley to Big 12 Program Amid USC Firing Buzz

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Lincoln Riley’s job may be hanging in the balance as the USC Trojans take on the powerhouse Ohio State Buckeyes on Saturday. The team is currently 6-2 but has so far struggled, losing its AP Top 25 spot after a shocking 24-7 defeat to Wisconsin on Oct. 24. However, it seems that other teams may […]

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“Lost Me Last Saturday”: USC Legend Spells Doom For Lincoln Riley’s College Football Playoff Hopes Ahead of Ohio State Clash

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Lincoln Riley’s USC Trojans are 6-2 this season, including a 3-2 conference record. Their next matchup could worsen that record, as they face the 6-1 Ohio State Buckeyes, 4-0 in conference play, tomorrow. USC legend Keyshawn Johnson was recently asked about the Trojans’ chances of making a comeback, and he made it clear that he […]

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“Ohio State Is Vulnerable”: Colin Cowherd Sends Blunt Message to Lincoln Riley Ahead of Week 9 Clash With Ryan Day’s Squad

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Quarterback Julian Sayin will miss the game against the USC Trojans as the Buckeyes travel to Los Angeles on Saturday. The question is whether the Ohio State Buckeyes can hold it together without their QB1. Colin Cowherd thinks the team will be vulnerable right now, and Lincoln Riley should take advantage. On his program, The […]

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USC football’s shaky season comes down to pulling massive upset or bust

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It’s Lincoln Riley’s Last Stand, and USC football fans don’t need to chug the contents of multiple beer swords to make a case for the Trojans holding firm. Among the many theories as to why they could upset second-ranked Ohio State: The Buckeyes will start either a true freshman or a redshirt freshman at quarterback...

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“Last Chance for Lincoln Riley”: Colin Cowherd Serves Ultimatum for USC HC on Defeating Ohio State To Save His Job

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The USC Trojans’ season went off the rails after a 4-0 start, as new defensive coordinator Gary Patterson’s team gave up 41 points to Oregon, and star quarterback Dante Moore suffered an injury in the first half. After a demoralizing 24-7 loss to Wisconsin, they’re now in danger of missing the College Football Playoff again […]

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“USC Paid Him Like He Won Something”: Rob Parker Takes Shot at Lincoln Riley’s Resume With Clay Helton Comparison As Pressure Rises on Trojans HC

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USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley has led the program off to another disappointing start, prompting comparisons to his predecessor, Clay Helton. Both coaches had a 35-18 record through their first four seasons at USC, despite arriving with very different expectations. On Thursday, The Odd Couple host Rob Parker criticized USC for hiring Riley in […]

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“He Has UCLA Looking Like Indiana”: CFB Analyst Claims Bob Chesney’s Success Might Be Final “Nail in the Coffin” for Lincoln Riley at USC

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Bob Chesney took over as UCLA Bruins coach in December 2025 after two seasons with James Madison. So far, he has defied expectations after the program’s disappointing two-season stint under DeShaun Foster. Last weekend, the Bruins secured a 28-10 victory over the Michigan State Spartans. This helped them improve to a 7-0 (5-0 Big Ten) […]

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Does USC need to upset Ohio State for Lincoln Riley to keep his job?

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Lincoln Riley is dealing with an early Halloween scare with USC football. This one involving his job security with the Trojans. Saturday’s showdown against Ohio State presents more than Riley and USC facing the nation’s No. 2 team. The perception is, the Halloween showdown could ultimately decide if Riley keeps his office on campus. Colin […] The post Does USC need to upset Ohio State for Lincoln Riley to keep his job? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ohio State vs. USC prediction, odds, pick for college football Week 9

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Ohio State comes in riding a five-game winning streak and looks to keep it rolling against USC on Saturday. It is time to continue the NCAA Football odds series with an Ohio State-USC prediction and pick. Ohio State comes into the game at 6-1 on the year. They opened up with a 56-3 win over […] The post Ohio State vs. USC prediction, odds, pick for college football Week 9 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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2026 mid-season College Football hot seat rankings: Could Lincoln Riley be next to go?

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The college football coaching carousel got off to a slower start than it did in 2025, but it is starting to pick up. The first coach to be fired was Mike Locksley of Maryland. Dave Doeren at NC State and Dave Aranda from Baylor were the next two to go. Then, after a mid-week loss, […] The post 2026 mid-season College Football hot seat rankings: Could Lincoln Riley be next to go? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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“It Seems That Nobody Wants To See His Face Anymore” – Bomani Jones Predicts When USC Could Fire Lincoln Riley Despite $70 Million Buyout

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The future of USC head coach Lincoln Riley has been a subject of debate since the start of the season, and while several fans of the program seem convinced that Riley isn’t the man for the job, he has kept his job until now. And the reason behind Riley continuing is largely down to his […]

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Ohio State HC Ryan Day remains mum on starting QB vs. USC

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Ohio State football enters Halloween week resting quarterback Julian Sayin. Signs pointed to Luke Fahey taking the reins behind center against USC. But coach Ryan Day offered a telling take Wednesday. Five-star signing Tavien St. Clair could still handle snaps too. Day remains mum on who will face the now unranked Trojans. “I’m not going to […] The post Ohio State HC Ryan Day remains mum on starting QB vs. USC appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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“This Is Embarrassing for Us”: FOX Sports Radio Host Explains How UCLA Could Put Lincoln Riley’s “$115 Million” USC Job at Risk

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Lincoln Riley’s future at USC has become a big question mark as the Trojans struggle to meet expectations in 2026. According to FOX Sports Radio host Jason Smith, UCLA’s unexpected rise under head coach Bob Chesney could add pressure on Riley, potentially influencing USC’s decision-making at the end of the season. On the latest segment […]

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