USC targets on the rise in Rivals rankings

Movement: +36 spots

Analyst's take: “Florida made Blades a big-time priority this offseason and the reason why is because he has tremendous size and length at cornerback and he's an aggressive ballhawk on the outside. I'm not saying he's the next Jalen Tabor or Quincy Wilson but he absolutely has that type of potential and ability and that's why the Gators like him so much. Blades can run with any receiver, he's super athletic to go up and contest the ball and he is also physical. Florida has his commitment, but USC is not giving up and the Trojans are pushing hard.” – Adam Gorney, Rivals.com National Recruiting Analyst

Movement: +91 spots

Analyst's take: “Just turn on the tape of Gorman's win over Fort Lauderdale (Fla.) St. Thomas Aquinas this season and you'll see a snippet of why Bolden has proven to be one of the best safeties in the country. He has tremendous instincts, he's a playmaker and Bolden can also come down and deliver a big hit to separate the ball from the receiver. Reading and reacting is so important for defensive backs and Bolden trusts his eyes and then goes and makes the play. Ohio State, USC, UCLA and others remain involved in his recruitment.” – Gorney

Movement: +26 spots

Analyst's take: “Delpit’s length allows him to close quickly and he showed that ability all season. His reputation as big hitter is earned and he’s becoming more comfortable breaking on the ball. Delpit is committed to LSU.” – Rob Cassidy, Rivals.com Southeast Recruiting Analyst

Movement: +73 spots

Analyst's take: “Pola-Mao is why we have the 'athlete' category because he excels at both receiver and safety and, at 6-foot-4 and just under 200 pounds, he could thrive on either side of the ball. At safety, Pola-Mao closes really well, delivers big hits and reads plays quickly to stifle the offense. Because of his size, he contests the deep ball all the time. At receiver, Pola-Mao can get open against nearly anybody, he uses his length to his advantage and he has the speed to stretch the field. Washington, Arizona State, USC and others remain involved in his recruitment.” – Gorney

Movement: +87

Analyst’s take: “Sears had an outstanding senior season, he’s a great decision-maker and a very reliable quarterback who can smoothly move the offense down the field with ease. The USC commit can make all the throws, he puts the ball where only his receivers can get it and everybody trusts him. USC has done great with former San Clemente QB Sam Darnold and Sears could be next in line.” – Gorney

Movement: +64

Analyst's take: “In a year where elite defensive tackles are hard to come by, one look at Solomon and you can see that he's got the potential to be a special talent. After playing both ways as a junior, he has excelled while focusing solely on defensive line as a senior. He's a big body that can move and create problems as a pass-rusher as well as stop the run, something that is hard to find in a player his size. Michigan, Georgia and Alabama are among the schools battling for his services.” - Woody Womack, Rivals.com Southeast Recruiting Analyst