Lincoln Riley Shares USC Player Updates for the Alamo Bowl

USC Coach Lincoln Riley Confirms Key Player Absences for Alamo Bowl

USC head coach Lincoln Riley has announced that five key contributors, including wide receiver Ja’Kobi Lane, will not participate in the upcoming Alamo Bowl against Texas Christian University on December 30.

With several regular players unable to take the field, Riley sees the bowl game as a chance for less experienced teammates to gain crucial playing time. This decision reflects a broader strategy to develop emerging talent within the squad.

Riley is also navigating a delicate balance between immediate game preparations and long-term roster considerations, particularly following the signing of the nation’s top recruiting class.