The New Standard Setters

USC, Oregon, and Ohio State finished 1–3–4 nationally, giving the Big Ten a recruiting triumvirate that rivals anything the SEC has assembled. Alabama at number two was what prevented The Big Ten from claiming the top three spots in recruiting rankings by 247sports.com.

• USC claimed the nation’s No. 1 class with elite skill talent and unmatched volume.
• Oregon posted the highest average player rating in the conference.
• Ohio State delivered another balanced, star‑heavy haul built for playoff contention.

Michigan and Washington Hold Strong

Both programs secured top fifteen national finishes, reinforcing the Big Ten’s growing concentration of power. Michigan leaned on quality over quantity, while Washington’s class signaled it’s ready to compete immediately in its new league.

A Deeper Middle Tier

Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Indiana, and Rutgers all landed classes that would have been top‑25 nationally a decade ago. The conference’s middle is no longer a soft spot—it’s a strength.

Small Classes, Big Upside

Nebraska and Maryland signed fewer players but posted strong average ratings, suggesting high‑end talent even without volume. Michigan State and UCLA sit in the developmental tier but added foundational pieces.

What It Means

The Big Ten’s 2026 haul reflects a conference transformed. The addition of West Coast powers didn’t just expand geography—it elevated the league’s recruiting ceiling. With five top‑five classes and competitive depth across nearly every program, the Big Ten enters the next era not as a challenger, but as a co‑architect of the national landscape.

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Williams is a four-star recruit in the class of 2024 and at one point was a commitment to USC before deciding to step back and re-examine things.

Southern Cal’s loss is Oregon’s gain as the Ducks continue to recruit the state of California at a high level. Will that be something that will continue or even increase once the Trojans and Bruins both move to the Big Ten?

The Ducks now have 19 commits in the class of 2024 with Williams joining Kingston Lopa at the linebacker position in this current class.

Oregon further strengthens its position in the top-10 of the national team recruiting rankings with the addition of Williams. It only trails USC in Pac-12 recruiting with Stanford several spots below with its 28 commits in the current class.

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