Stewart's commitment is a necessary boost for the Trojans after a rough start to the Early National Signing Period.The Trojans were in a recruiting battle with the LSU Tigers, Oregon Ducks, and Ohio State Buckeyes as national signing day approached.

Five-star defensive end Jahkeem Stewart, the No. 11 prospect in the 2025 ESPN 300, committed to USC on Wednesday afternoon, announcing his decision live on "College Football Live" from a ceremony at New Orleans' Edna Karr High School.

Jahkeem Stewart of New Orleans has made his college choice between LSU, Oregon and USC. The Edna Karr student played last season as a defensive lineman at St. Augustine in Louisiana.