Monika Delainey

12/4/2024

usc

USC Trojans have scored a significant recruiting victory by securing the commitment of five-star defensive end Jahkeem Stewart, who is ranked 11th in the 2025 ESPN 300 rankings. Stewart, who made his announcement on 'College Football Live' from Edna Karr High School in New Orleans, had previously been the number one prospect for the 2026 class before reclassifying to the 2025 cycle in October. Prior to his commitment, he made visits to several top programs, including Oregon, Ohio State, LSU, and USC. The 6-foot-6, 290-pound defensive end, originally from Reserve, Louisiana, has been recognized as a promising talent since middle school, and despite not playing competitively this season due to a transfer, he will likely enroll early in college football. His addition is crucial for USC, which recently lost several high-profile commitments, and strengthens their defensive lineup while brandishing their 2025 class.