re: So according to reports Riley is taking $3.5-4million less than what LSU offered

So it appears he's scared to coach in the SEC one way or another. Not going to LSU is one thing but his status quo was Oklahoma. That's a better job than USC and they can easily pay what he desires plus it's better financially from a tax standpoint.

Looks like he Conceded he has an easier shot to the playoff in the Pac 12 than the SEC (which he currently enjoys in the Big 12)