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Lincoln Riley declares USC ready for CFP breakthrough

USC coach Lincoln Riley believes his team is ready for a College Football Playoff run in 2026, citing improved roster depth, a top recruiting class, and new defensive coordinator Gary Patterson. He says the program has grown and it's "time to go do it."