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‘A complete fraud of a coach’: Paul Finebaum calls for USC to fire Lincoln Riley after ‘utter disgrace’

During a game between the USC Trojans and the Oregon Ducks, linebacker Desman Stephens delivered an illegal hit to quarterback Dante Moore while Moore was sliding, causing a severe injury that required him to be stretchered off the field. Stephens drew sharp criticism for celebrating after the play, resulting in a one-game suspension issued by head coach Lincoln Riley.

Commentator Paul Finebaum strongly criticized Riley on television, arguing that the team culture is severely damaged and calling for his dismissal despite a costly buyout figure. Analyst Colin Cowherd also weighed in, expressing concern that the program's atmosphere lacks discipline compared to other elite college football teams.

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