by Justin Lin
Here's a class-by-class look at the 2016 USC Trojans
Darreus Rogers #1 WR (SR)
Size: 6-1 215 lbs
Stats: 71 catches, 791 yards (11.1 AVG), 7 TDs
Tidbit: Quoted by Coach Ivan Lewis as someone who “knows his weaknesses, and he attacks his weaknesses”
Projection: Probable starter opposite of JuJu Smith-Schuster
De’Quan Hampton #13 WR (SR)
Size: 6-4 225 lbs
Stats: 15 catches, 165 yards (11.0 AVG)
Tidbit: JUCO Transfer from Long Beach City College, where he was a JUCO All-American
Projection: Key contributor at a stacked wide receiver group. Will probably get a lot of playing time in the red zone due to his size and wingspan.
Isaac Whitney #15 WR (RS SR)
Size: 6-3 220 lbs
Stats: 8 catches, 112 yards (14.0 Avg), 2 TDs
Tidbit: Also runs for the USC Track Team, where he competes in the 400-Meter Relay
Projection: Battling for playing time, will look to use speed as a home run threat
Quinton Powell #18 ILB (SR)
Size: 6-2 200 lbs
Stats: 45 tackles (4 for loss), 2 sacks
Tidbit: Powell is a Sociology major
Projection: Had a standout spring where he saw a lot of action with the first team, Powell will try to fight for a starting spot in the fall.
Michael Hutchings #19 ILB (SR)
Size: 6-1 215 lbs
Stats: 52 Tackles, 1 interception
Tidbit: Played at De La Salle High School, famous for their 151 game winning streak
Projection: Will look to battle for a starting position opposite of Cameron Smith
Justin Davis #22 RB (SR)
Size: 6-1, 200 lbs
Stats: 351 carries for 1,858 yards, 17 TDs, 32 catches for 288 yards, 2 TDs
Tidbit: Was named All Pac-12 Honorable Mention in 2015
Projection: Returning starter that will look to snag his first 1,000 yard rushing season
Leon McQuay #22 DB (SR)
Size: 6-1, 195 lbs
Stats: 73 (2 for loss) tackles, 11 deflections, 2 forced fumbles, 3 interceptions
Tidbit: Is the unofficial team DJ
Projection: Will battle Chris Hawkins and Marvell Tell III for a starting spot
Jabari Ruffin #40 DE (RS SR)
Size: 6-3, 245 lbs
Stats: 33 tackles (1 Sack), 2 forced fumbles
Tidbit: Graduated with a Policy, Planning, and Development degree in 2016
Projection: Will battle for a starting spot as an outside rusher in Clancy Penderghast’s 5-2 system
Deion Hart #41 S (RS SR)
Size: 5-9, 180 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Transferred from Sam Houston State in 2015
Projection: Practice Squad
Taylor McNamara TE #48 (RS SR)
Size: 6-5, 245 lbs
Stats: 13 receptions, 87 yards, 4 TDs
Tidbit: Is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Communication Management
Projection: Returning starter that will look to split time with both Tyler Petite and Daniel Imatorbhebhe
Jordan Simmons OL #68 (RS SR)
Size: 6-4, 325 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Is an artist in his spare time
Projection: Rotational player that may get looks at D-Line as well
Chad Wheeler OL #72 (RS SR)
Size: 6-6, 310 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Was named All PAC-12 Second Team in 2015, Most Experienced USC Offensive Lineman
Projection: Is projected as the starting left tackle, which would be his fourth consecutive year starting
Zach Banner OL #73 (RS SR)
Size: 6-9, 360 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Was once a member of the USC basketball program
Projection: A preseason All-American candidate, Banner is one of the top offensive linemen in the country and is slotted to start at Offensive Tackle
Zach Smith LS #92 (SR)
Size: 6-1, 220 lbs
Stats: 2 tackles
Tidbit: His long snapping trick shot YouTube went viral and has hundred of thousands of views
Projection: Starter
Adoree’ Jackson CB/WR #2 (JR)
Size: 5-11, 185 lbs
Stats: 84 tackles (4 for loss), 18 deflections, 1 interception (for TD), 37 receptions for 552 yards (14.9 AVG), 5 TDs, 8 carries carries for 41 yards, 53 kickoff returns for 1,374 yards and 2 TDs, 26 punt returns for 263 yards and 2 TDs
Tidbit: Jackson placed 8th at the Long Jump in the 2016 Men’s Track and Field Olympic Qualifiers
Projection: One of the most dynamic playmakers in the country, Jackson is an All-American candidate that is also on the Thorpe and Hornung Awards watchlist. He is slotted to start at one of the cornerback positions, with the potential of getting looks on offense and special teams
Max Browne QB #4 (RS JR)
Size: 6-5, 220 lbs
Stats: 11 for 19 passes (57.9 %), 143 yards
Tidbit: Won the Bob Chandler award in 2015, given to “an underclassmen with outstanding athletic ability, academic achievement, and character”.
Projection: Battling for the starting quarterback position, with all indications that he’s in the driver’s seat heading into fall camp.
Chris Hawkins DB #4 (RS JR)
Size: 5-11, 185 lbs
Stats: 102 tackles (2.5 for loss), 2 deflections, 2 fumble recoveries, 3 interceptions
Tidbit: Wants to be a real estate agent after football
Projection: As a returning starter at free safety, Hawkins will look to be one of the leaders on defense as he rehabs from an ankle injury.
Steven Mitchell Jr. WR #7 (RS JR)
Size: 5-10, 190 lbs
Stats: 44 receptions, 417 yards (9.5 AVG), 6 TDs
Tidbit: Graduated with a degree in Communications in 2016
Projection: Returning starter at slot receiver
JuJu Smith-Schuster WR #9 (JR)
Size: 6-2, 220 lbs
Stats: 143 catches, 2,178 yards (15.2 AVG), 15 TDs, 15 kickoff returns for 183 yards (12.2 AVG), 3 carries for 7 yards, 6 tackles
Tidbit: Added “Schuster” to his last name to honor his stepfather in 2015.
Projection: Arguably the best receiver in the country, Smithe-Schuster is both an All-American and Biletnikoff award candidate. He will start as a wide receiver.
Jonathan Lockett CB #23 (JR)
Size: 5-11, 180 lbs
Stats: 23 tackles, 1 pass deflection
Tidbit: Is majoring in Non-Governmental Organizations
Protection: Will look to provide depth at the cornerback position.
John Plattenburg DB #24 (JR)
Size: 5-11, 180 lbs
Stats: 66 tackles (4.5 for loss), 4 deflections, and 2 interceptions
Tidbit: Won the USC Community Service Award in 2015
Projection: Will look to battle Marvell Tell III for the starting strong safety position
James Toland IV RB #26 (RS JR)
Size: 5-11, 195 lbs
Stats: 32 carries, 125 yards (3.2 AVG)
Tidbit: Is a Psychology Major
Projection: Will be a reserve walk on running back
Kevin Carrasco DB #29 (RS JR)
Size: 6-0, 180 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Can speak three languages (English, Spanish, and Korean)
Projection: Practice squad defensive back
Yoofi Quansah DB/WR #34 (RS JR)
Size: 5-8, 170 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Transferred to USC from UC San Diego in 2015
Projection: Practice squad utility skill player
Olajuwon Tucker ILB #34 (JR)
Size: 6-3, 230 lbs
Stats: 43 tackles (3.5 for loss, with 2.5 sacks)
Tidbit: His nickname is Boodah
Projection: Will look to battle for a starting spot at ILB
Matt Lopes DB #37 (RS JR)
Size: 5-11, 195 lbs
Stats: 18 tackles
Tidbit: Matt’s father, Steve Lopes, is the senior associate athletic director and chief operating officer at USC
Projection: Will provide depth at the safety position
Matt Boermeester K #39 (RS JR)
Size: 6-0, 180 lbs
Stats: 22 kickoffs, 4/4 PAT
Tidbit: Matt’s dad, Peter Boermeester, was a kicker at UCLA from (1977-79)
Projection: Will look to battle for the starting kicking job in fall camp
Milo Stewart WR #41 (RS JR)
Size: 5-9, 170 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: This will be the first year that Stewart will play football for USC
Projection: Practice squad wide receiver
Uchenna Nwosu ILB #42 (JR)
Size: 6-3, 235 lbs
Stats: 40 tackles (1.5 for loss), 1 pass deflection
Tidbit: Was a standout basketball player in high school
Projection: Will compete for a starting spot at defensive end.
Toa Lobendahn OL #50 (JR)
Size: 6-3, 295 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Toa’s father, Vince, was an Offensive Linemen at Utah from 1990-1993
Projection: Will look to reclaim his spot as the starting offensive center coming off a knee injury
Joel Foy ILB #51 (RS JR)
Size: 6-1, 220 lbs
Stats: 2 tackles
Tidbit: Was Co-Defensive Service Team Player of the Year in 2015
Projection: Will provide depth at middle linebacker
Damien Mama OL #51 (JR)
Size: 6-4, 325 lbs
Stats: 1 tackle
Tidbit: Has lost over 70 pounds since his freshman year at USC
Projection: Will look to battle for the starting left guard spot with Chris Brown
Viane Talamaivao OL #60 (JR)
Size: 6-2, 315 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Was a three year starter at Centennial High School, who is constantly ranked top 5 in the country
Projection: Will look to slide back into his starting role at right guard
Khaliel Rodgers DL #62 (RS JR)
Size: 6-3, 315 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Is a Sociology Major at USC
Projection: Flipped from offensive line to defensive line over the summer, and could provide depth along the interior
Nico Falah OL #74 (RS JR)
Size: 6-4, 280 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Was a standout basketball player at in high school.
Projection: Will provide depth along the offensive line. Can play all five offensive line positions
Jackson Boyer WR #85 (RS JR)
Size: 6-3, 185 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Transferred from North Carolina in 2014
Projection: Practice squad player
Kenny Bigelow Jr. DL #95 (RS JR)
Size: 6-3, 295 lbs
Stats: 10 tackles (3 for a loss)
Tidbit: Played at Eastern Christian Academy with Khaliel Rodgers
Projection: Will sit out the 2016 season with a knee injury
Josh Fatu DL #98 (JR)
Size: 6-3, 290 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Was a 2015 JUCO All-American at Long Beach City College
Projection: Will be a key rotational player at the defensive tackle position
Marvell Tell III S #7 (SO)
Size: 6-3, 190 lbs
Stats: 36 tackles (1 for loss), 4 pass deflections
Tidbit: Had a career high 8 tackles and 1 pass deflection against Wisconsin in the 2015 Holiday Bowl
Projection: Will battle for playing time, and maybe even start, at safety
Iman Marshall CB #8 (SO)
Size: 6-1, 200 lbs
Stats: 67 tackles, 9 deflections, 3 interceptions
Tidbit: Received the nickname “Biggie” from a relative because of his chubbiness as a baby
Projection: Coming off a season where he was named Freshman All-American, Biggie will look to build off his stellar season and take the next step into superstardom. He is slotted to start opposite of Adoree’ Jackson
Jalen Greene QB/WR #10 (RS SO)
Size: 6-1, 200 lbs
Stats: 10 receptions, 104 yards (10.4 AVG), 3-for-4 passes (0.750 %) for 127 yards
Tidbit: Won USC’s Offensive Service Team Player of the Year in 2014
Projection: Will look to utilize his skills at both QB and WR to provide depth at both positions.
Isaiah Langley CB #14 (SO)
Size: 6-0, 170 lbs
Stats: 12 tackles, 1 pass deflection
Tidbit: He is an Economics major at USC
Projection: Will look to battle for playing time as a rotational player
Dominic Davis RB #16 (SO)
Size: 5-10, 180 lbs
Stats: 14 carries, 69 rushing yards, 7 receptions, 102 yards
Tidbit: Is also on the track team, where he placed first in the 100-Meter Dash at the Trojan Invitational with at time of 10.71 seconds
Projection: Will be a change of pace and receiving threat out of the backfield.
Ajene Harris WR/CB #18 (RS SO)
Size: 5-11, 190 lbs
Stats: 4 receptions, 38 yards (9.5 AVG)
Tidbit: Played quarterback, wide receiver, and cornerback in at Crenshaw High School
Projection: Will look to compete for time as a defensive back after being moved from wide receiver.
Ronald Jones II RB #25 (SO)
Size: 6-1, 195 lbs
Stats: 153 carries, 987 yards, 8 TDs, 7 receptions, 39 receiving yards, 1 receiving TD
Tidbit: Favorite clothing brand is True Religion
Projection: Will be option 1B at running back with Justin Davis
Davonte Nunnery S #26 (RS SO)
Size: 5-10, 200 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Was a three sport athlete in high school
Projection: Practice squad safety
Lance Mudd RB #27 (RS SO)
Size: 6-1, 200 lbs
Stats: 30 carries, 186 yards (6.2 AVG) at Cal Poly Pomona
Tidbit: Transferred from Cal Poly Pomona in 2014
Projection: Practice Squad running back
Aca’Cendric Ware RB #28 (SO)
Size: 6-0, 195 lbs
Stats: 12 carries, 36 yards, 1 TD
Tidbit: Chose #28 because of Adrian Peterson
Projection: Will look to carve out playing time in a crowded Trojan backfield
Reuben Peters FB/ILB #35 (RS SO)
Size: 6-0, 225 lbs
Stats: 6 tackles
Tidbit: Won the Joe Collins Walk-On Award in 2015
Projection: As the only player that is a true fullback on the roster, Peters will get some playing time in some packages
Cameron Smith ILB #35 (SO)
Size: 6-2. 245 lbs
Stats: 78 tackles (1 for loss), 3 pass deflections, 3 interceptions, 1 fumble recovery, 1 TD
Tidbit: Is a Communications major at USC
Projection: Named both a Freshman All-American and Pac-12 Defensive Freshman of the Year, Smith is looking for All-American status as he slides into one of the ILB spots.
Chris Tilbey P #36 (RS SO)
Size: 6-5, 205 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Is originally from Melbourne, Australia
Projection: Will compete for the starting punting job in 2016
Jalen Jones CB #38 (RS SO)
Size: 5-8, 165 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Is a real estate development major at USC
Projection: Practice Squad corner
Malik Dorton DL #44 (RS SO)
Size: 6-2, 280 lbs
Stats: 2 tackles
Tidbit: Was named the most impressive D-Lineman by Coach Helton during Spring Practice
Projection: Key rotational piece at the thin D-Line position
Porter Gustin DE #45 (SO)
Size: 6-5, 260 lbs
Stats: 25 tackles, 7 for loss (5.5 sacks)
Tidbit: Porter’s father, John Gustin, played quarterback at Wyoming.
Projection: Will slide into one of the edge rusher positions as a starter
Reid Budrovich P #46 (RS SO)
Size: 5-11, 185 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Has a brother, Evan, who was a journalist at USC
Projection: Will battle for a starting spot at Punter in fall camp
Wyatt Schmidt PK #46 (RS SO)
Size: 6-3, 210 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Played junior ice hockey for a year after graduating high school
Projection: Will be a reserve kicker
Grant Moore ILB #50 (RS SO)
Size: 6-0, 210 lbs
Stats: 1 tackle
Tidbit: Grant’s father, Rex Moore, was a USC linebacker from 1984-87.
Projection: Practice Squad linebacker
Jordan Austin OT #56 (RS SO)
Size: 6-5, 300 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Austin is an International Relations major
Projection: Will look to provide solid depth at the offensive tackle position
Osa Masina ILB/DE #58 (SO)
Size: 6-4, 230 lbs
Stats: 25 tackles (1 for loss), 1 fumble recovery for a TD
Tidbit: Osa’s Brother, Uaea, is a linebacker for Utah
Projection: Will look for key playing time at either DE or ILB.
Don Hill DE #59 (RS SO)
Size: 6-2, 240 lbs
Stats: 7 tackles (0.5 for loss)
Tidbit: Hill is a Sociology major at USC
Projection: Because he missed Spring Practice due to a violation, it’s hard to say where he will be. Probably a backup defensive end.
Richard Wenzel #64 (RS SO)
Size: 6-3, 250 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Is originally from Chevy Chase, MD
Projection: Practice Squad center
Chuma Edoga OL #70 (SO)
Size: 6-4, 290 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Played on the same team as Taj Griffin, a standout running back at Oregon.
Projection: Will get a lot of playing time to keep the starters fresh at O-Line
Chris Brown OL #77 (RS SO)
Size: 6-5, 300 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Is a Policy, Planning, and Development major at USC
Projection: Will battle for a starting guard job with Damien Mama
Deontay Burnett WR #80 (SO)
Size: 6-0, 170 lbs
Stats: 10 receptions, 161 yards
Tidbit: Was the last USC Commit in the Class of 2018 Recruiting Class
Projection: Will compete for playing time at slot receiver
Tyler Petite TE #82 (SO)
Size: 6-5, 235 lbs
Stats: 15 receptions, 145 yards, 1 TD
Tidbit: Tyler’s legal first name is John
Projection: Will be the field stretching tight end in 2016
Alec Hursh TE #87 (RS SO)
Size: 6-3, 210 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit. Hursh is a biomedical engineering major
Projection: Practice squad tight end
Noah Jefferson DT #91 (SO)
Size: 6-6, 315 lbs
Stats: 23 tackles
Tidbit: Noah’s father, Ben, played in the NFL for the Cleveland Browns
Projection: Will battle for the noseguard position
Jacob Daniel DT #92 (SO)
Size: 6-4, 310 lbs
Stats: 3 tackles, 1 pass deflection
Tidbit: Daniel is a psychology major
Projection: Will fight for a starting spot on the interior D-Line
Rasheem Green DT #95 (SO)
Size: 6-5, 280 lbs
Stats: 19 tackles (1 for loss), 1 fumble recovery for TD
Tidbit: Green played Serra high school, where nine other current Trojans atttended
Projection: Green is likely to start at the interior of the defensive line
Jack Jones DB #1 (FR)
Size: 5-11, 170 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Had Snoop Dogg in his video when he committed to USC
Projection: Will compete immediately for the nickel corner position
Michael Pittman Jr. WR #6 (FR)
Size: 6-4, 210 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Michael’s father, Michael Sr., was an NFL running back
Projection: Pittman will look to fight for playing time in a crowded receiver group. May end up redshirting
John Houston Jr. DE #10 (RS FR)
Size: 6-3, 220 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Was teammates and graduated high school with fellow Trojans Rasheem Green and Deontay Burnett.
Projection: Will look to fight for playing time at DE after coming off a back injury
Sam Darnold QB #14 (RS FR)
Size: 6-4, 225 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Darnold’s grandfather, Dick Hammer, was on the USC basketball team that went to the Final Four in 1954
Projection: Is in a tight quarterback race with Max Browne
Thomas Fitts QB #15 (RS FR)
Size: 6-2, 195 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Is a Business Administration major at USC
Projection: Practice squad quarterback
Josh Imatorbhebhe WR #17 (FR)
Size: 6-2, 210 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Has a brother, Daniel, that is also currently on the USC football team
Projection: Will look to try and gain playing time in a crowded receiver position group
Keyshawn Young DB #17 (FR)
Size: 5-11, 175 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: His nickname is “Pie”.
Projection: Redshirt candidate due to the high volume of DBs at the moment
Matt Fink QB #19 (FR)
Size: 6-3, 195 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Is the only QB that USC took in the Class of 2016 Recruiting Class
Projection: Redshirt candidate. Barring injuries to Browne, Darnold, and Greene, will not see the field in 2016.
Tyler Vaughns WR #21 (FR)
Size: 6-2, 180 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: One of the few receivers that doesn’t wear gloves
Projection: Has shown flashes of brilliance over the summer, but may redshirt due to his skinny frame.
Velus Jones Jr. WR #23 (FR)
Size: 6-0, 185 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Is from Saraland, AL, a town with only 14,000 people
Projection: Probably will redshirt due to the number of wide receivers available
C.J. Pollard S #28 (FR)
Size: 6-1, 185 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Both parents attended USC. C.J.’s father, Marvin, was a cornerback at USC from 1988-1991.
Projection: Will probably redshirt due to the competition in front of him
Vavae Malepeai RB #29 (FR)
Size: 6-0, 190 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Three of his uncles, Silila, Pusou, and Tasi, played football at the University of Oregon.
Projection: May redshirt as a freshman, but might also get looks at fullback.
Ykili Ross DB #30 (RS FR)
Size: 6-0, 200 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Redshirted as a freshman due to injury
Projection: Will look to get in the mix for playing time at the free safety position
Jamel Cook S #31 (FR)
Size: 6-3, 185 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Cook’s older brother, Dalvin, is a running back for Florida St.
Projection: Will probably redshirt and take things slowly coming off an injury.
Jake Russell WR #44 (RS FR)
Size: 5-11, 170 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Is a Business Administration major at USC.
Projection: Practice squad wide receiver
Jordan Iosefa LB #48 (FR)
Size: 6-2, 215 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Real first name is Loveni
Projection: Will redshirt in order to bulk up his frame
Matt Bayle DE #49 (RS FR)
Size: 6-2, 215 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Is a communications major at USC
Projection: Practice squad defensive end
Kevin Scott DT #53 (RS FR)
Size: 6-5, 300 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Started playing football his senior year of high school
Projection: Rotational defensive tackle that will fight for playing time
Jake Olson LS #61 (RS FR)
Size: 6-4, 210 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: He lost both eyes at a young age and is blind. Has written two books and won the 2016 Uplifting Rare Disease Athlete Award.
Projection: Practice squad snapper
Roy Hemsley OT #63 (RS FR)
Size: 6-5, 310 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Cousins with Jeremy Hemsley, San Diego St. basketball player and Mountain West Conference Freshman of the Year in 2016.
Projection: Rotational player at offensive tackle
Frank Martin II OL #65 (FR)
Size: 6-5, 310 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Graduated from Mater Dei High School, the alma mater of Trojan Legends Matt Barkley and Matt Leinart.
Projection: Will probably redshirt to spend a year in the weight room
Cole Smith OC #66 (RS FR)
Size: 6-4, 280 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Cole’s father, Doug, was a 6-time Pro Bowl Center for the LA Rams
Projection: Will provide depth at the center position
E,J, Price OT #75 (FR)
Size: 6-6, 325 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Price’s real first name is Edward
Projection: Will redshirt in order to spend a year learning the craft
Clayton Johnson OT #76 (RS FR)
Size: 6-6, 285 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Is a Communication major
Projection: Will provide depth as a rotational piece along the offensive line
Nathan Smith OT #78 (FR)
Size: 6-6, 275 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Is a Business Administration major at USC
Projection: Will definitely redshirt in order to bulk for a year
Trevon Sidney WR #81 (FR)
Size: 5-11, 170 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Played together with fellow Trojan Tyler Vaughns at Bishop Amat.
Projection: Will try to fight for playing time at a crowded slot receiver position. May redshirt.
Cary Angeline TE #86 (FR)
Size: 6-6, 230 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Cary’s grandfather, Fran, was the National High School Coach of the Year at Union-Edicott (NY) High School.
Projection: Will likely spend a year redshirting in order to fill out his frame
Daniel Imatorbhebhe TE #88 (RS FR)
Size: 6-4, 240 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Transferred to USC from Florida in 2015
Projection: More athletic than the other tight ends, Imatorbhebhe will look to fight for some playing time
Christian Rector DE #89 (RS FR)
Size: 6-5, 275 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Is an Economics major at USC
Projection: Rotational player at a thin D-Line position group
Connor Murphy DE #90 (FR)
Size: 6-7, 255 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Older brother, Trent, is a defensive end for the Washington Redskins
Projection: Most likely of the freshman linemen that get playing time this year
Liam Jimmons DT #93 (FR)
Size: 6-5, 280 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Is originally from Huntington Beach, CA
Projection: WIll most likely redshirt in order to fill out frame and gain strength
Oluwole Betiku DE #99 (FR)
Size: 6-3, 250 lbs
Stats: N/A
Tidbit: Is originally from Lagos, Nigeria
Projection: WIll get looks at defensive end if he recovers well from his leg injury
***** Justin Lin will be an incoming freshman at USC this fall as a member of the Class of 2020.