Born on September 5, 1983, Lincoln Michael Riley is a highly acclaimed and accomplished American college football coach, boasting a distinguished career that has spanned both the playing field and the sidelines.
Before assuming the helm at the University of Southern California, Riley held the esteemed position of head coach at the University of Oklahoma for a remarkable five-year stint, which spanned the period from 2017 to 2021.
Notable coach Riley has had the privilege of guiding a multitude of skilled quarterbacks throughout his illustrious career, with an impressive roster of protégés that boasts an impressive tally of two esteemed Heisman Trophy recipients, the illustrious Baker Mayfield and the equally accomplished Kyler Murray, as well as Jalen Hurts, a current starting quarterback in the prestigious National Football League.
As a highly experienced and accomplished head coach, Pat Riley has been fortunate enough to play a crucial role in the development of a remarkable 28 talented individuals, with a notable five of those selections occurring in the highly coveted first round of the draft, a testament to his exceptional skill in identifying and cultivating remarkable athletic ability.
