Hey, USC powers that be, repeat after me: Lincoln Riley has gotta go

USC lost 27-13 to Indiana, leaving the Trojans with a third defeat and, in the article’s view, no realistic path to the College Football Playoff. The writer argues the loss is further evidence that coach Lincoln Riley should be dismissed, despite the investment and expectations surrounding the programme.

USC is 7-3 overall and 4-3 in the Big Ten, and Riley has won only one of eight road games against nationally ranked opponents with the Trojans. The team’s problems against Indiana included three dropped chances for interceptions, two missed field goals, penalties and a late interception by quarterback Jayden Maiava after USC reached Indiana’s six-yard line. The article says Riley’s buyout is about $70 million, before any additional costs for his staff.