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Gary Patterson · College coach

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Gary Patterson

Defensive Coordinator · USC · 2026

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Summary

A long defensive coaching background

Gary Patterson became USC’s defensive coordinator for 2026. He previously led TCU from 2001 through 2021, finishing with 181 head-coaching victories. His 2010 TCU team went 13–0 and won the Rose Bowl against Wisconsin. Before becoming TCU’s head coach, he served as its defensive coordinator.

Checked 2026-10-02 · Sources: USC Athletics — official biography

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