From Newsweek · Rowan Fisher-Shotton · · 50s
USC's Lincoln Riley Faces Reality Check
USC's Lincoln Riley struggles with run game as he faces Ohio State.
In brief
USC's Lincoln Riley struggles with run game as he faces Ohio State. Lincoln Riley's USC Trojans have a weak run game, failing to meet expectations after five seasons. Originally reported by Newsweek.
USC's Season Start
USC started with four straight wins over San Jose State, Fresno State, Louisiana, and Rutgers.
Recent Losses
USC lost 41-27 to Oregon and 24-7 to Wisconsin.
Expectations vs Reality
USC is 6-2 overall and 3-2 in Big Ten play with a tough schedule ahead.
Joel Klatt's Analysis
Klatt says USC lacks a run game compared to Oklahoma.
Run Game Comparison
USC's run game ranks 103rd in yards per carry; Oklahoma's is 1st.
Riley's Record at USC
USC went 11-3 in 2021, 8-5 in 2022, 7-6 in 2023, and 9-4 in 2024.
The essence
Lincoln Riley's USC Trojans have a weak run game, failing to meet expectations after five seasons.
