Lincoln Riley Linked to Potential Big 12 Move as Pressure Builds at USC
Dan Patrick floated the idea of Lincoln Riley moving to the Big 12 as USC's recent losses fuel questions about his future in LA.
Lincoln Riley's once-promising coaching career at USC has been derailed as the Trojans continue to struggle. After a strong start to the season, the team suffered a devastating home loss to Oregon, followed by two straight victories in Big Ten play. However, a recent loss to Wisconsin has further eroded Riley's chances of securing a spot in the College Football Playoff.
With Ohio State set to visit the Coliseum soon, Riley's window for redemption is rapidly closing. The Trojans, buoyed by a top-ranked recruiting class, were once considered a playoff contender. Yet, a loss to the Buckeyes could seal their fate and potentially end Riley's tenure at USC. Dan Patrick, a prominent sports analyst, has suggested that this could be Riley's biggest challenge yet.
He speculates that Riley may be tempted to leave for a Big 12 program, with TCU being a potential destination. While TCU's current struggles are well-documented, a move to Texas could offer Riley a fresh start and alleviate the immense pressure of coaching at USC.
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