USC lands commitment from TE Jace Cannon

Tight end prospect chooses Trojans over other top programs

Apr. 11, 2026 at 10:07pm

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A cubist-style painting depicting a football player in mid-motion, with their body broken down into sharp, overlapping geometric shapes in the cardinal red and gold colors of the USC Trojans.USC's recruitment of top tight end prospect Jace Cannon is a key step in the Trojans' efforts to rebuild their football program.San Mateo Today

San Mateo, California native Jace Cannon, a standout tight end at Serra High School, has committed to play football at the University of Southern California, choosing the Trojans over several other top college programs that were pursuing him.

Why it matters

USC has been working to rebuild its football program after a down period, and landing a highly touted recruit like Cannon is a significant boost that could help the Trojans return to national prominence in the coming years.

The details

Cannon, a 6-foot-5, 240-pound tight end, is considered one of the top prospects at his position in the 2027 recruiting class. He chose USC over other finalists including Oregon, Washington, UCLA, and Stanford. Cannon is known for his size, athleticism, and ability to make plays in the passing game.

  • Cannon announced his commitment on April 11, 2026.

The players

Jace Cannon

A 6-foot-5, 240-pound tight end prospect from Serra High School in San Mateo, California, who has committed to play football at the University of Southern California.

University of Southern California

A prominent college football program located in Los Angeles, California that has been working to rebuild its team after a down period and has landed a highly touted recruit in Jace Cannon.

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What’s next

Cannon will now focus on his senior season at Serra High before enrolling at USC in the fall of 2027.

The takeaway

USC's ability to land a top tight end prospect like Jace Cannon is a positive sign for the program's future, as they look to return to national prominence in college football.