4-Star Recruit Deshonne Redeaux Commits To USC Trojans Over Oregon, Georgia, Michigan

Four-star running back Deshonne Redeaux announced his commitment to the USC Trojans on his birthday on Saturday, April 5.

The USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley were considered the favorites to land talented running back, but anything can happen in recruiting. Redeaux's six finalists were the Georgia Bulldogs, Michigan Wolverines, Oregon Ducks, USC Trojans, UCLA Bruins, and Washington Huskies.

“It came down to where I feel I can build my legacy, become a game-changer on and off the field and where I can make that early impact," Redeaux told On3 when setting his commitment date.

Running back Deshonne Redeaux looks for running room during the third quarter of Oaks Christian's 35-0 Marmonte League win over St. Bonaventure Friday night at Redell Field. | JOE LUMAYA/SPECIAL TO THE STAR / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

The Trojans were predicted to land the elite running back recruit by a number of recruiting insiders, including On3's Steve Wiltfong and Chad Simmons as well as 247Sports' Blair Angulo.

According to 247Sports' rankings, Redeaux is the No. 12 running back, the No. 19 prospect from California, and the No. 164 overall recruit in the country. The talented back from Oaks Christian holds offers from programs like Alabama, Tennessee, Colorado, and more in addition to his finalists.

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Redeaux has visited USC's campus multiple times, and he spoke highly of the experience with Wiltfong.

“Just the way the Trojans are bringing the atmosphere and not letting the Big Ten affect them and bringing that heat every game,” Redeaux told On3. “USC is a really good team this year and Coach Riley is doing a good job.”

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However, Redeaux had taken more recent visits to Michigan and Washington, two of his finalists. Momentum matters in recruiting, but the last-minute visits were not enough to convince Redeaux to leave Southern California.

USC has a running back committed in four-star Shahn Alston. With Redeaux looking for early playing time, he still committed to the Trojans with Alston already in the class. The Trojans have some momentum on their side as well, currently holding the No. 1-ranked recruiting class in 2026 per 247Sports.

Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley reacts against the Texas A&M. — Dec 27, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley reacts against the Texas A&M Aggies in the second half at Allegiant Stadium. | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

USC general manager has brought an emphasis on recruiting Southern California since joining the Trojans program. He spoke with the media about recruiting the region in a similar fashion to former USC coach Pete Carroll.

“History repeats itself. It always does, and if you look into fine details of how programs are built and how the place is built and when success has happened, that was a key part of USC being at the top. My plan and my vision is to bring that back and to take care of this state. The state deserves it," said Bowden.

With Redeaux in the fold, he is the latest recruit from California to commit to USC. The Trojans recently added four-star defensive lineman Tomuhini Topui and four-star wide receiver Trent Mosley.