USC coach Lincoln Riley yells profanities at Ohio State staff after 30-18 win

USC head coach Lincoln Riley shouted profanities at Ohio State personnel during a chaotic postgame scene on Saturday night. The outburst followed the Trojans' 30-18 victory over the No. 2 Buckeyes at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Riley's comments directed at passing staffers marked a sharp contrast to the jubilant atmosphere inside the stadium.

The incident took place after a season-high profile matchup that saw thousands of USC supporters rush onto the rain-soaked field. Security teams worked to move players, coaches, and families into the locker rooms while managing the influx of fans. Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava was seen assisting security staff during the congestion.

Video posted by Columbus-based reporter Nicole Shearin captured the tension near the tunnel. Injured Ohio State defensive end Eddrick Houston limped toward the exit with help from a staff member. Another Buckeyes employee asked security to let them through. Ohio State coach Ryan Day waited nearby for his group to clear the bottleneck.

Riley approached the security checkpoint with his family. Several Ohio State staff members were allowed to pass ahead of him. That decision triggered Riley's reaction. He shouted, "Are you kidding me? F, k you!" and called the situation "bulls, t." One Buckeyes staffer stopped to attempt to calm the mood. Riley continued walking with his family without further engagement.

The clash provided a final moment of friction for a game that featured players arguing before kickoff. The upset represents the largest win of Riley's tenure at USC. The next scheduled event for both teams is not specified in the report, but the postgame scene concluded the evening's action.