South Carolina Lands 2027 Ireland Offensive Tackle Neff Giwa

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South Carolina has landed a major commitment from Neff Giwa, a 6-foot-7, 300-pound offensive tackle from Dublin, Ireland. Giwa, a former rugby player, will join the Gamecocks' 2026 recruiting class after originally being listed in the 2027 class. He chose South Carolina over offers from Miami, North Carolina, Texas, and Tennessee.

Why it matters

Giwa's commitment is a significant addition to South Carolina's offensive line, as the team has faced injuries at the tackle position. His elite size and physicality, combined with his background in rugby, make him an intriguing prospect who could potentially contribute early in his college career.

The details

Giwa is part of the PPI Recruits, one of the top international recruiting programs. He told 247 Sports that he was "just interested in playing football" and that he understands "just how special and how big it is here" in the United States. Despite his lack of football experience, Giwa's transition to the sport could be aided by his rugby background, similar to the path taken by NFL player Jordan Mailata.

• Giwa originally was listed in the 2027 recruiting class, but will now join South Carolina's 2026 class.
• Giwa committed to the Gamecocks on March 29, 2026.

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What’s next

Giwa will need time to adjust to the game of football, but with injuries on the Gamecocks' offensive line, he could have an opportunity to compete for playing time early in his college career.