The USC Trojans are in hot pursuit of 2027 four-star linebacker Isaiah Phelps. One of the top players in the state of California, Phelps has the Trojans among his early leaders thanks to the work ...

USC Trojans linebackers coach Rob Ryan and defensive ends coach Shaun Nua made their second trip out to Hawaii this month to visit Kahuku four-star recruit Talanoa Ili.

While Ili is listed as a Hawaii recruit, returning to Southern California shows USC’s emphasis on in-state recruiting. Of the 29 commits, over half are in-state recruits.

USC Trojans defensive line coach Shaun Nua and linebackers coach Rob Ryan traveled to Hawaii to visit four-star linebacker Talanoa Ili, a top priority for the Trojans' 2026 recruiting class.

Scott cited Ryan as one of the reasons he's rolling with USC. "Coach Rob Ryan is a Hall Of Fame coach," Scott said. "He's guided linebackers that weren't even drafted to being Pro Bowlers. That's big.

Rob Ryan earned a new reason to celebrate Father's Day. He just reeled in his biggest verbal commitment since joining USC. Four-star linebacker Talanoa Ili chose the Trojans over rival UCLA Sunday ...

The USC Trojans have casted a net around Southern California talent for 2026. But they're now attempting to stretch to the island. And are now gaining new momentum for Hawaii's top prospect.

He also met new linebackers coach Rob Ryan. ... Kendell Hollowell, a Southern California native has been been covering collegiate athletics since 2020 via radio and digital journalism.