Lincoln Riley heard the critics. He fired back at them after USC win
USA Today • • sports
Key Points:
- USC coach Lincoln Riley downplayed the significance of his team's upset win over No. 2 Ohio State but ended his press conference with a pointed statement affirming his commitment to the program and dismissing critics.
- Riley emphasized that the program's success is driven by internal joy and support from staff, players, and administration, stating he is the right person for the job regardless of external opinions.
- The victory came amid speculation about Riley's future at USC, following a disappointing loss to Wisconsin and reports of an "unhappy marriage" between him and the university.
- Players echoed Riley's sentiment, focusing on internal motivation and disregarding outside criticism as they continue their pursuit of College Football Playoff success.
- Despite maintaining a humble demeanor during the press conference, Riley took a final opportunity to respond to doubters before leaving the podium.
