4-Star Athlete Jalen Lott Updates Recruiting Plans, USC Trojans Official Visit

Lott had an unofficial visit with the Trojans in April and since the visit, USC has risen on his list of schools. Lott was present for the Trojan Olympics weekend, one of the program's top recruiting weekends.

Lott spoke to 247Sports earlier in the spring about what he is looking for in a program. For USC to land a commitment for one of the top athletes in the recruiting class, the staff will have to build a relationship with him and keep up with communication. 

“That’s my biggest thing - the relationships. Being able to talk to all the coaches one on one, going through film, watching practice. That’s a big deal to me,” Lott said.

I think the biggest thing is going to be to be able to talk to the players,” Lott continued. “Like I said relationships are big, but if a player don't like a coach and if multiple players are saying it, it’s one of those things where I’d be able to cut them out. And just seeing the overall energy, how much they really want me there.”

One of the reasons that the Longhorns stand out to Lott is due to his family ties to the program. Both of his parents were athletes for Texas and the program has been a major presence in his life. In addition to his connection with Texas, Lott’s sister is on the USC track and field team. 

Getting the chance to talk to the players and staff on his official visit will be crucial for USC. The program needs to show why it will be the perfect fit for him and help him get into the NFL.

As both a receiver and a defensive back, Lott has emphasized that he has no preference for which side of the field he plays. Playing both would be something to watch for, but says it will not factor into his decision.

The USC Trojans hold the No. 1 ranked recruiting class of 2026, per 247Sports. Though USC has faced one decommitment and one reclassification, the recruiting class is still filled with an elite group of players, including five-star offensive tackle Keenyi Pepe. The addition of Lott would only help the Trojans and keep USC competitive for many years no matter which position he plays. 

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