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Wafle Commits to USC: 'First School to Believe in Me'
23 Jun
Summary
- Linebacker Dylan Wafle committed to USC on June 15.
- USC was the first school to offer Wafle a scholarship.
- Wafle felt development potential and connected with coaches.
USC has secured a commitment from three-star linebacker Dylan Wafle for their 2027 recruiting class. Wafle announced his pledge on June 15, making him the 14th commitment to the Trojans. This commitment holds special significance for Wafle, as USC was the very first collegiate program to offer him a scholarship.
Wafle expressed that USC's belief in him when he was unranked was a pivotal factor. He felt the program offered the best environment for his development, allowing him to maximize his potential as a player. He also highlighted strong connections with coaches like Ekeler, Howard, Riley, and Patterson.
The linebacker's official visit, alongside his freshman brother Luke's, provided an extended look at the program. Wafle was impressed by the coaching staff's feedback on his physicality and sideline-to-sideline mobility. He also noted the competitive and driven nature of the entire USC staff, from player personnel directors to head coach Lincoln Riley.
