USC’s push to keep elite local talent at home is heating up, with Mater Dei’s Lex Mailangi at the center of a fierce recruiting tug-of-war. While the Trojans are pulling out all the stops—showing off their campus and building strong connections—Oregon has surged ahead as the favorite to land Mailangi, according to the latest predictions. With powerhouse programs like Alabama and Tennessee also in the mix, this race is far from over. If Mailangi shines this season, expect even more schools to jump in. How important is it for USC to keep California’s best players in-state? #Sports #Football #USCTrojans