USC lands elite OL Drew Fielder, flipping Oregon commit

Anaheim native stays home to continue family legacy with Trojans

Mar. 29, 2026 at 12:25am

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USC has landed a major recruiting victory, flipping four-star offensive tackle Drew Fielder from his previous commitment to Oregon. Fielder, an Anaheim native, will now stay home to play for the Trojans and continue his family's legacy with the program.

Why it matters

Securing top local talent is crucial for USC as they look to rebuild their program under a new coaching staff. Flipping a highly-touted recruit like Fielder from a Pac-12 rival is a significant win that boosts the Trojans' 2027 recruiting class.

The details

Fielder, a 6-foot-5, 310-pound offensive tackle from Servite High School, was previously committed to Oregon but has now switched his pledge to USC. He is considered one of the top offensive line prospects in the country and his decision to join the Trojans keeps a talented local player home.

  • Fielder announced his commitment to USC on March 29, 2026.

The players

Drew Fielder

A four-star offensive tackle from Anaheim, California who has flipped his commitment from Oregon to USC.

USC Trojans

The football program at the University of Southern California, located in Los Angeles, California.

Oregon Ducks

The football program at the University of Oregon, located in Eugene, Oregon.

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What they’re saying

“I grew up a Trojans fan and this is where I always wanted to be. I'm excited to continue my family's legacy at USC.”

— Drew Fielder, Offensive Tackle

What’s next

Fielder will now begin preparing to enroll at USC and join the Trojans' 2027 recruiting class.

The takeaway

USC's ability to flip a top local recruit like Drew Fielder from a Pac-12 rival demonstrates the program's renewed recruiting momentum under its new coaching staff. Keeping elite in-state talent home will be crucial to the Trojans' long-term success.