USA TODAY Sports Announces 2026 Preseason All‑America High School Football Team
USA TODAY Sports has revealed its 2026 preseason All‑America high school football squad, recognizing 36 elite athletes poised to shape the upcoming season.
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USA TODAY Sports has revealed its 2026 preseason All‑America high school football squad, recognizing 36 elite athletes poised to shape the upcoming season.

Orange County boasts more than 60 high school seniors committed to play at the collegiate level in 2026, a testament to its fertile football landscape. The Register’s Hot 150 list spotlights the standout athletes whose commitments range from Arizona and Ohio State to USC and Oklahoma, highlighting a blend of skill, leadership and ambition.

A deep pool of defensive backs from Mater Dei, Tustin, San Clemente and other schools is set to dominate the 2026 high school football season, drawing college recruiter attention and shaping regional rankings.

USC and UCLA are locking down the best Southern California high school football players, reshaping recruiting with local ties, NIL incentives and coaching ambition.

Four‑star safety Gavin Williams commits to USC, citing culture shift and future prospects, spurning Notre Dame.
The West has claimed ten of the last twelve Super 25 titles, and this year's field features powerhouse programs, standout quarterbacks and a showdown that could extend the streak.

The Trojans have already secured a majority of their 2027 recruiting class, emphasizing high‑rated prospects from California and a strategy that mirrors their No. 1 2026 haul.

From Tustin to Huntington Beach, the region's standout seniors are locking in their college destinations, signaling a deep pool of talent heading into the next season.

USC hosted a dozen 2027 commits for a three‑day visit, after which four‑star cornerback Aaryn Washington announced his commitment, bolstering a class ranked No. 10 nationally.