Riley Eyes Historic Dodd Trophy | USC Trojans Football News

Lincoln Riley’s name is back on the Dodd Trophy watch list — and this time, it’s not just about wins. The prestigious award celebrates coaches who excel in academics, leadership, and community impact, with USC’s head coach now in the running for a historic first win since the trophy’s 1976 inception. With a stacked roster, top-tier recruiting, and sky-high expectations for 2026, Riley’s path to victory hinges on both on-field dominance and off-field excellence — especially against a tough Big Ten slate. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8a3ff894e7af4ed8