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The USC Trojans continue to make their stamp on the east coast in offering Maryland defensive line recruit Nikolas Stevens, who spoke exclusively with USC Trojans on SI about his opportunity to join the 2028 class.
Michigan and USC face brutal Big Ten schedules in 2026 as new coach Kyle Whittingham, Lincoln Riley and Bryce Underwood chase a College Football Playoff bid.
The USC Trojans present multiple freshmen who can play right out the gate, but this incoming Trojans defender isn't being talked about enough and looks ready to turn heads.