#64
Ryan Pauley
Returning to USC for 2026
Carmel, Ind. → Carmel / Presbyterian / Valparaiso
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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
Offensive line · USC
Returning around him
- 59% of 2024 offensive production back (Solid continuity)
- 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
CAREER: Throughout his four-year career (1 year at Presbyterian and 3 at Valparaiso), Pauley saw action in 23 games on the offensive line. 2026: Pauley who transferred to USC in the summer of 2026 from Valparaiso, looks to compete for playing time on the offensive line as a redshirt senior in 202...
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