Elbert Hill, the nation's second-ranked defensive back prospect in the 2026 cycle, has committed to USC. This move comes after USC beat Alabama, Ohio State, and Oregon for his commitment. Hill, from Akron, Ohio, lands with USC after a recent visit and joins other top prospects in a potentially star-studded secondary class. He recorded notable stats in his junior season and has been highly regarded since his freshman year.

USC now stands as the only program with multiple five-star prospects committed in the 2026 cycle and leads the nation in ESPN 300 pledges. Hill follows other committed cornerback prospects and more developments are expected in the recruiting landscape.