Lincoln Riley has more on his plate than just wins this season. The Trojans are off to a perfect 3-0 start, but headlines aren’t just about their high-flying offense. Because their Big Ten rival’s firing of HC DeShaun Foster sparked whispers that USC’s defensive coordinator is now at the top of their wish list. Surely, losing a key assistant to a rival would be a major blow. But Riley hasn’t held back, making it clear he won’t stand by idly while the Big Ten program tries to poach his staff.

During the September 19 press conference , a reporter asked Riley, “In your second season with DC Danton Lynn , how has his impact really manifested?” Riley was candid in his response. “Yeah, he’s doing a really nice job,” stated Riley. “Even though it’s his third season as a coordinator,

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