Meet The Moment: USC Trojans’ Season Teeters As Discipline And Lincoln Riley Decisions Spark Debate

Podcast: Locked On USC - Daily Podcast on USC Trojans Football & Basketball · Locked On Podcast Network, Marc Kulkin

Opublikowano: 2026-10-01

USC Trojans face season-defining crossroads as defensive woes threaten their playoff hopes. Is Lincoln Riley still the right coach to deliver championship-level football, or are cracks in culture and preparation too deep to overcome? Marc Kulkin and Chris Arledge dissect the fallout from the Oregon loss, questioning key decisions, defensive breakdowns, and the handling of Desman Stephens’ controversial penalty. The conversation spotlights USC’s persistent issues with undisciplined play, special teams mishaps, and questionable roster management despite continued recruiting wins and player upgrades. Can the Trojans’ defense rebound against Washington’s dynamic offense, or is another midseason collapse...