USC keeps it in the family with commitment from legacy defensive lineman

USC added another key piece to its 2027 recruiting class as Isaia Vandermade announced his commitment to the Trojans. The Rancho Santa Margarita standout chose USC over offers from Oregon, Minnesota, and California, ultimately opting to join the program that already feels like home. His father, a former USC star who later spent a decade on the Trojans’ coaching staff, adds another layer of legacy to the decision.

While Oregon was viewed as USC’s strongest competition throughout the process, the Trojans entered as the clear favorite, and Vandermade’s commitment reinforces that expectation.