USC and Lincoln Riley are humiliated by UCLA — will it create necessary changes?

USC Trojans struggled against the UCLA Bruins in their regular-season finale, culminating in a disappointing loss. In what could very well be Caleb Williams’ final game as a college football player, the Trojans displayed a lack of heart, fight, and toughness. The one-on-one matchups favored the Bruins time after time, and USC was ultimately handily defeated.

With a 7-5 finishing record, USC faces an offseason cloaked in uncertainty and pressing questions. Fans and critics alike are questioning head coach Lincoln Riley’s ability to lead the team in the face of this lackluster performance.

The comparison to former coach Clay Helton, the disappointment of highly-touted quarterback Caleb Williams, and the overall sense of underachievement persist, leading many to call for Riley’s dismissal. Regardless, USC’s search for answers is ongoing, and the future remains uncertain. The struggle on the field reflects a bigger issue for USC as a program, signaling a need for change and improvement moving forward.

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