Lincoln Riley
American football coach and strategist
Born
September 5th, 1983
41 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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An American football coach and strategist, gained recognition as the head coach of the University of Oklahoma football team from 2017 to 2021. Under leadership, the team secured multiple Big 12 Championships and reached the College Football Playoff several times. In 2022, transitioned to become the head coach of the University of Southern California, continuing a successful coaching career with a focus on high-powered offensive schemes. Developed several quarterbacks who excelled at the collegiate level and moved to the NFL.
Led Oklahoma to multiple Big 12 Championships
Coached in NCAA College Football Playoff
Developed NFL quarterbacks like Baker Mayfield and Kyler Murray
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