Andrew Williams

Williams, who enrolled at USC in the spring of 2026 after graduating a semester early from high school, looks to compete for playing time at defensive end as a true freshman in 2026. Williams, a three-star recruit, was rated as the No. 31 player in the state of California by Rivals, No. 81 ESPN and No. 85 by 247Sports. He was touted as the No. 45 edge in the country by Rivals, No. 88 by ESPN and No. 96 by 247Sports. Williams, a two-way player, has only played football for two years. As a senior in 2025, he recorded 64 tackles, including 12 for loss with 10 sacks. As a tight end, he tallied 12 receptions for 241 yards (20.1 avg.) and 1 TD. He also rushed for 301 yards on 34 carries (8.9 avg.) with 1 TD. As a junior in 2024, he tallied 80 tackles, including 10 for loss with 9 sacks, and 3 forced fumbles on defense to go with 12 all-purpose TDs (9 rushing and 3 receiving) on the offensive side of the ball. He was named to the 2024 LA Sentinel Division III All-City First Team. Prior to the season, he earned placement on the 2024 Preseason LA City Section Team. He was an Under Armour Next Camp Los Angeles invitee.