#46
Nick De Fina
Returning to USC for 2026
San Diego, Calif. → Torrey Pines HS
via usctrojans.com ↗Nick De Fina
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
Linebacker · 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: De Fina looks to compete for playing time at linebacker as a junior in 2025. 2025: De Fina did not see action as a junior in 2025. HIGH SCHOOL: De Fina was named to the 2023 All-Avocado League First Team. He also played in rugby and track and field. PERSONAL: He is majoring in Political Sci...
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