Trio of commits this month has USC hunting another elite recruiting class
After securing its first No. 1 overall recruiting class in 20 years, USC continues building momentum in the 2027 cycle with three new high-profile commitments. The additions of Javon Vital Jr., Jace Cannon, and five-star edge rusher Mekai Brown have elevated the Trojans to No. 4 nationally in the Rivals team rankings. Head coach Lincoln Riley’s staff is maintaining elite recruiting standards, focusing on key positions across offense and defense. The class now includes 11 commitments, with several ranked among the nation’s top prospects.
- ▪USC landed three new 2027 commitments in April: running back Javon Vital Jr., tight end Jace Cannon, and five-star edge rusher Mekai Brown.
- ▪Mekai Brown chose USC over finalists Ohio State, Texas A&M, Ole Miss, and Notre Dame.
- ▪Brown recorded double-digit sacks and 68 tackles in just nine games during his junior season.
- ▪USC’s 2027 recruiting class is ranked No. 4 nationally by Rivals following the recent commitments.
- ▪The class includes 11 total commits, with multiple top-100 players in the secondary and at receiver.
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