There is no such thing as looking too far ahead in recruiting. USC knows that. That’s why the Trojans are already planning multiple years in advance and have a young defensive lineman on their radar screen.
Jahkeem Stewart is a fast-rising defensive lineman who is entering his freshman season in high school. Stewart, who plays in Louisiana (Saint Augustine High School) has 18 offers already, including one from the USC Trojans.
The top defensive lineman in the class of 2026 is listed at 6-foot-6, 280 pounds, with a wowing 84-inch wingspan.
Stewart shined at the 2023 Under Armour Next All-America Camp, winning co-MVP honors on defensive side of the ball with Tyler Booker, who also has an offer from USC.
USC went into the state of Louisiana to land Tackett Curtis, a linebacker with tremendous upside. The Trojans are clearly intent on making a significant imprint in Louisiana, particularly on the defensive side of the line of scrimmage.
Will 2026 DE Jahkeem Stewart be a five-star in the initial Rivals100 this fall?@RivalsNick and @RivalsFriedman give their take of whether it's fact or fiction:https://t.co/VDXx2k5YWL pic.twitter.com/0IPjivc1FT
— Rivals (@Rivals) April 1, 2023
2026 New Orleans (LA) DL JAHKEEM STEWART Already has 18 Offers❕📈
Visited #USC Saturday ✌🏼
On3 Top Performers ➡️ https://t.co/lgJTN3lVGX via @On3USC pic.twitter.com/y7vpZP1l4z
— Scott Schrader (@Scott_Schrader) April 3, 2023
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