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Gary Patterson Returns to Coaching, Boosts USC Defense

1/29/2026

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Gary Patterson, USC defensive coordinator, returns to coaching after resigning from Texas Christian University (TCU) in 2021.
Lincoln Riley, USC head coach, highlighted Patterson's experience and success with the 4-2-5 defense.
Patterson aims to quickly improve USC's defense and adapt strategies based on player strengths and opponent tactics.
He looks forward to working with a talented recruiting class and competing in the Big Ten schedule.

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Story summary

Gary Patterson, USC defensive coordinator, returns to coaching after resigning from Texas Christian University (TCU) in 2021.
Lincoln Riley, USC head coach, highlighted Patterson's experience and success with the 4-2-5 defense.
Patterson aims to quickly improve USC's defense and adapt strategies based on player strengths and opponent tactics.
He looks forward to working with a talented recruiting class and competing in the Big Ten schedule.