USC Lands Top 2028 Receiver Roye Oliver III

The Trojans secure an early commitment from a highly touted high school prospect.

Mar. 28, 2026 at 2:06pm

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USC's football program has secured a commitment from four-star wide receiver Roye Oliver III, who is ranked as the No. 29 overall player in the 2028 recruiting class. Oliver, a sophomore at Hamilton High School in Chandler, Arizona, had a standout season in 2025, recording 92 receptions for 1,839 yards and 31 touchdowns.

Why it matters

Landing an elite prospect like Oliver this far in advance of his college enrollment is a significant recruiting win for USC, as it demonstrates the program's ability to identify and secure top talent early in the recruiting process. This commitment also signals that USC's coaching staff, led by Chad Bowden and Lincoln Riley, have a long-term vision for building the Trojans' roster beyond just the immediate 2027 class.

The details

Oliver, a four-star recruit according to Rivals, chose USC over offers from numerous other top programs. As a sophomore in 2025, he emerged as one of the top high school receivers in the country, earning high school All-American honors after his dominant season.

  • Roye Oliver III committed to USC on March 28, 2026.
  • Oliver will be a member of USC's 2028 recruiting class.

The players

Roye Oliver III

A four-star wide receiver prospect in the 2028 recruiting class, ranked as the No. 29 overall player by Rivals. Oliver plays at Hamilton High School in Chandler, Arizona.

Chad Bowden

The head coach of the USC football program, leading the Trojans' long-term recruiting efforts.

Lincoln Riley

The offensive coordinator and assistant head coach for USC, also involved in the Trojans' recruiting strategy.

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What they’re saying

“Landing Roye Oliver III this early in the 2028 cycle is a huge win for our program. He's an elite talent, and we're thrilled to have him join the Trojan Family.”

— Chad Bowden, Head Coach, USC Football

What’s next

USC will continue to build out its 2027 recruiting class, while also maintaining its early momentum in the 2028 cycle with Oliver's commitment.

The takeaway

USC's ability to secure a commitment from a top-30 national recruit nearly two years before his expected college enrollment demonstrates the program's prowess on the recruiting trail and its long-term vision for building a championship-caliber roster.