USC made dramatic changes to its recruiting approach in the 2026 cycle, which included putting a much bigger emphasis on landing blue-chip prospects in Southern California.
The Trojans will continue putting a high priority on prospects in their backyard in the 2027 cycle. USC coach Lincoln Riley visited a trio of highly touted local defensive backs this past week.
The Trojans coach stopped by Damien (Calif.) to see four-star safety Gavin Williams early last week. Williams was at the Coliseum three times in the fall as USC continues to make a push to land the top 100 recruit.
Riley visited Mater Dei (Calif.) four-star cornerback Danny Lang on Friday. Cornerbacks coach Trovon Reed has also visited the local prospect this month…