Lincoln Riley under fire after USC loss to Indiana

Lincoln Riley under fire after USC loss to Indiana

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ESPN reported that USC head coach Lincoln Riley faced mounting pressure after his Trojans were beaten by No. 9 Indiana in Bloomington on 14 November, a loss that ended the team’s playoff hopes. Indiana defeated USC 27-13, limiting the Trojans to three points after three red-zone trips and securing the Hoosiers’ first win over a ranked opponent this season, according to Yahoo Sports.

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Bloomington, Indiana, United States

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November 15, 2026
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USC coach Lincoln Riley faces mounting pressure after loss to Indiana
USC coach Lincoln Riley faces mounting pressure after loss to Indiana

ESPN • 15 Nov 05:32

USC's defeat by No. 9 Indiana has intensified scrutiny of head coach Lincoln Riley, whose tenure has drawn criticism despite a winning record and a multi-million-dollar salary.

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USC football loses to Indiana, ending hopes for College Football Playoff
USC football loses to Indiana, ending hopes for College Football Playoff

Los Angeles Times • 15 Nov 01:08

The Trojans were defeated 27-13 by Indiana, marking their fifth season without a playoff appearance and prompting calls for a coaching change.

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Indiana defeats USC 27-13 to keep College Football Playoff hopes alive
Indiana defeats USC 27-13 to keep College Football Playoff hopes alive

Fox News • 15 Nov 01:00

The Indiana Hoosiers beat the USC Trojans 27-13, improving to 9-1 and preserving their chance to reach the College Football Playoff, while the loss drops USC's prospects.

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Indiana Upsets USC as Tennessee Extends Winning Streak in Week 11
Indiana Upsets USC as Tennessee Extends Winning Streak in Week 11

Bleacher Report • 15 Nov 00:13

Indiana defeated USC for its first Top 25 win, while Tennessee beat Texas A&M to improve to 8-2 and keep playoff hopes alive.

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Indiana defeats USC 27-13, ending Trojans' playoff hopes
Indiana defeats USC 27-13, ending Trojans' playoff hopes

Yahoo Sports • 15 Nov 00:03

Indiana beat No. 18 USC 27-13, limiting the Trojans to three points after three red-zone trips and securing the Hoosiers' first win over a ranked opponent this season.

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