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Ryan Day Handed Unexpected Lifeline as Lincoln Riley Faces Growing Pressure to Save His Coaching Future at USC

Lincoln Riley faces mounting scrutiny at USC following a dismal 24-7 loss to Wisconsin, where his team managed only seven points and recorded negative 17 rushing yards. This performance, the least productive offensive output of his tenure, dropped the Trojans to a 6-2 record despite their early season playoff aspirations.

Riley now prepares for a high-stakes matchup against Ohio State on Halloween, a game that could determine his long-term viability as head coach. The Buckeyes will enter the contest without starting quarterback Julian Sayin, providing Riley a potential opportunity to stabilize his program after recent struggles against Oregon and other conference opponents.

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