USC Trojans' Lincoln Riley Dismisses Strength Coach Bennie Wylie

USC and head football coach Lincoln Riley have parted ways with Director of Football Sports Performance Bennie Wylie, a long-time collaborator who followed Riley from Oklahoma and previously worked together at Texas Tech. The decision follows a disappointing 2024 season for the Trojans, who finished 6-6 before winning the Las Vegas Bowl, and signals a significant shift in Riley's coaching staff as the program aims to return to national championship contention. Riley expressed gratitude for Wylie's contributions and leadership, calling the move difficult but necessary for USC's future ambitions. Wylie brought extensive experience from prior roles at Oklahoma, Texas, Tennessee, and Texas Tech, and was considered an integral part of Riley's inner circle. The search for a new strength and conditioning coach is underway as USC seeks leadership that aligns with its national prominence goals.