#48
Derek Diniz
Returning to USC for 2026
Pebble Beach, Calif. → Stevenson School
via usctrojans.com ↗Derek Diniz
Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
Splits & context
Supporting Cast · Scheme
Staff and system around the player
Head Coach
Lincoln Riley
How he plays
2026 Outlook
USC
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Cornerback · USC
Returning around him
- 3 USC players drafted to NFL
- Transfer portal: -13 net (9 in / 22 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
USC · Last season: 9-4 (AP #16) · Talent rank #17 · 2026 recruiting class #1
Background
2026: Diniz, who enrolled at USC in the summer of 2026, looks to compete for playing time as a cornerback as a true freshman in 2026. HIGH SCHOOL: As a senior in 2025, Diniz appeared in 5 games and completed 2-of-3 passes (66.7%) for 20 yards and 2 TDs. He also rushed for 54 yards on 6 carries (9...
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