USC's head coach Lincoln Riley has expressed confidence in quarterback Miller Moss, who is making his much-anticipated first start after waiting three years for this opportunity. Riley emphasized Moss's readiness and the team's eagerness to support him. Despite this, Riley's pursuit of at least four quarterbacks in the transfer portal suggests uncertainty about Moss's role as a long-term starter. Riley did not explicitly state that Moss would be USC's starting quarterback in 2024 but noted his value to the team and hinted that his commitment might have influenced other players' transfer decisions. Reflecting on the team's recent performance, Riley described it as 'as fun of a game as I'd had as a head coach.' USC player Tahj Washington shared his positive experiences over the last six weeks, highlighting a period that he considers one of his favorites with the Trojans.
Tahj Washington just talked about how impactful the last 6 weeks have been for him at USC and how it was one of his favorite times as a Trojans. He was smiling ear to ear. Washington was a guy who didn’t have to play in this game and be around for the past six weeks. Cool to see.
Lincoln Riley didn’t say Miller Moss is #USC’s starting quarterback in 2024 but clearly values how he wants to be at USC and said Moss might have scared off anyone who considered transferring in.
“I’m incredibly proud of this football team. This was as fun of a game as I’d had as a head coach,” Lincoln Riley says.
If you think Miller Moss looks great, ask Lincoln Riley why he's pursued at least four quarterbacks in the transfer portal (and they all expect to start wherever they transfer)
Lincoln Riley on QB Miller Moss making his much-anticipated first start for #USC tomorrow: “He understands the opportunity that’s here. … He’s been waiting three years for an opportunity like this, and so he’s very ready to play and the guys are ready to play around him.” https://t.co/Uq1PffkYFy