Jordan Simmons says Yes to USC

It was a star-filled night at the campus of Crespi Carmelite High School Tuesday.

Seven different schools received their share of Celt talent -- Idaho State, Western Oregon, UC Davis, Johns Hopkins, Azusa Pacific, California, and last but certainly not least, USC.

USC's future looks promising with this recruiting class, receiving the top two offensive linemen at their respected positions. Crespi's Jordan Simmons, No. 2 offensive guard, committed to USC, making him the newest five-star recruit in the Trojans recruiting class.

"I think that the incoming class is really good and has some highly recruited players, and to expect a lot of good things out of us," Simmons said. "And USC likes to play freshman so I think we have a good shot at playing."

Asked why he would pick USC, a school on probation with scholarship restrictions, Simmons simply said: "From Day One, when I first got my offer back in the 10th grade, I thought it was really good, and I know that SC wasn't too strong a couple years ago, but know they have rebuilt their program and I believe it is a good fit for me with the academics, coaching, alumni."

It seems that Jordan was a part of the Trojan family even before Tuesday evening, from his comments on becoming part of the 2012 class.

And even though he's known mostly as an offensive tackle, his position during his Crespi career, he could play any position of the offensive line for USC. Jordan thinks he would be able to play a number of positions.

But it's offensive line that's No. 1 for him.

"I believe that my run block and my pass protections are the best aspects of my game," he said.

Now Simmons looks ahead to moving on to Troy, discussing his approach to next season.

"My expectations are to go in and get used to the season, compete, hope to get a starting spot once the season comes," he said.

And be a part of what he, and Trojan fans, hope will be a national title run as part of the young reinforcements for the USC football program.

Dominic Stella is a member of the Crespi Carmelite High School Class of 2012, and he notes, "the biggest USC fan/supporter who looks forward to cheering for my classmate Jordan. Fight On!!!