Following the 2025 season, the USC Trojans made defense its main priority in the offseason. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters ConnectIndiana's Mario Landino and Tyrique Tucker will lead the reigning champions (No. USC Trojans defensive line coach Skyler Jones and defensive end Kameryn Crawford | USC Trojans on SIThe projected starting edge rushers are Braylan Shelby and Kameryn Crawford. USC Trojans freshman defensive end Luke Wafle | USC Trojans freshman defensive end Luke WafleRedshirt-freshman Jadyn Ramos and Floyd Boucard are young players with promising upside that are available for more reps this season as well. The five-star defensive end got a jump start by graduating early and enrolling at Southern Cal in the spring.