Joel Klatt sends chilling warning to USC football if Lincoln Riley gets fired

The USC football team is struggling again in 2026 under head coach Lincoln Riley. USC got beaten soundly by Oregon in a recent Big Ten conference game. College football insider Joel Klatt is sending a warning to the Trojans, as they decide on Riley's job status.

“There's a lot of people where I live talking about we need to replace Lincoln Riley….you're going to have to buy out the staff, you're going to have to buy out the next coach from his contract. Plus, you're going to have to build an elite roster,” Klatt said on Big Noon Kickoff.

Klatt does understand though that these words may not be enough to save Riley's job.

“These fans are frustrated….they are frustrated with the culture,” Klatt said.

This story will be updated.