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Big Ten Dominates Recruiting: USC Leads Pack
29 Jan
Summary
- Big Ten leads nation with three top-five recruiting classes.
- Oregon can recruit nationally, entering SEC backyard successfully.
- USC is on pace for its first No. 1 class since 2006.
The Big Ten conference is currently leading college football recruiting, with USC, Oregon, and Ohio State all securing top-five classes. Oregon, in particular, has demonstrated a national reach, successfully recruiting top talent from SEC territories. USC is on track to achieve its first No. 1 recruiting class since 2006 under head coach Lincoln Riley.
While most top prospects signed in December, several intriguing uncommitted players remain, including four-star defensive lineman Dylan Berymon, who is considering Kentucky and Nebraska. Four-star running back Brandon Smith, after being released from Arizona, committed to Oregon. Quarterback Teddy Jarrard has reclassified to 2026 and is expected to sign with Notre Dame.
Other notable recruiting efforts include LSU's strong class under new coach Lane Kiffin, Ole Miss's moderate showing, and Michigan's challenges following coaching changes. North Carolina and South Carolina are showing improved recruiting performance, while Georgia experienced a late quarterback flip. Indiana, the reigning national champion, has a lower-ranked but effective recruiting class.
