Texas Tech head coach Joey Maguire has publicly criticized the attendance at USC's Los Angeles Coliseum, suggesting his team's fans are more dedicated. Maguire made the comments during a recent appearance, drawing a contrast between the perceived turnout for USC's Week Zero game and the commitment of Texas Tech supporters.
Maguire stated that Texas Tech fans are "tough enough to show up in the heat," a remark that was interpreted as a jab at USC and head coach Lincoln Riley for what he described as sparse attendance. The comments highlight a perceived difference in fan engagement between the two programs, particularly in challenging conditions.
The remarks come as college football programs across the country aim to maximize fan support, especially in major venues like the Coliseum, which has a capacity of over 77,000. The effectiveness of such criticisms in eliciting fan response or impacting rival programs remains to be seen.