The USC Trojans football program just landed a big commitment in its 2027 recruiting class: four-star cornerback Danny Lang.
This is another impressive get for head coach Lincoln Riley, who’s been on a serious roll bringing top talent to USC.
Lang, a highly-touted recruit, picked USC over heavyweights like Oregon and Ohio State. That alone is enough to get Trojans fans buzzing.
Beyond the hype, Lang’s commitment gives USC’s defense a real boost and nudges them up the national recruiting rankings.
USC’s Big Win in Recruiting
Getting Danny Lang on board is a clear win for USC.
Lang is ranked ninth among California recruits and sits at No. 12 among cornerbacks nationwide, at least according to the 247Sports Composite.
He’s also the No. 104 overall recruit in the country. Not bad at all.
Choosing USC over other powerhouse programs says a lot about what Lincoln Riley is building here.
Lincoln Riley’s Impact on USC’s Recruiting
Lincoln Riley, now in his fifth season as USC’s head coach, has made a real difference in recruiting.
Since stepping in back in 2022, Riley’s put together a 35-18 record. His first season was a standout, finishing 11-3.
Bringing in players like Lang shows Riley’s commitment to building something bigger at USC.
Before USC, Riley had a great run at Oklahoma, going 55-10 and making the College Football Playoff three times. Pretty wild, honestly.
That experience seems to be paying off at USC, where the program’s profile keeps rising.
Strengthening the 2027 Recruiting Class
With Lang’s commitment, USC’s 2027 recruiting class is now ranked ninth in the country by 247Sports.
They’ve got six commits so far, and you can bet that number will climb as signing day gets closer.
Adding Lang gives the Trojans’ defense more depth and puts them in a solid spot for the coming years.
Key Players in the 2027 Class
Besides Lang, USC’s 2027 class includes several other promising recruits.
Some of these guys are expected to step in and contribute right away. That’s always the hope, anyway.
Staying aggressive on the recruiting trail is key if USC wants to keep up with the top programs.
Looking Ahead to the 2026 Season
As USC gears up for the 2026 season, bringing in recruits like Lang definitely adds some confidence to the mix.
The Trojans kick things off on August 29 against San Jose State. Fans are already wondering how these new faces will fit in.
With a strong recruiting class and Riley at the helm, USC looks ready for a big season—at least, that’s the vibe right now.
Expectations for the Upcoming Season
USC wrapped up the 2025 season with a 9-4 record. Now, they’re hoping to top that in 2026.
The target? Snagging a spot in the College Football Playoff. Riley’s done it before with Oklahoma, so there’s some real hope he’ll pull it off again here.
Landing top recruits like Lang could really move the needle for USC.
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