Rivals Rankings Turn 20: The top No. 1 classes in our history
Nick Saban and staff has won nearly half of the Rivals recruiting titles since the rankings began 20 years ago.
Alabama a rising producer of five-star linebackers
The state of Alabama has proven to be especially fertile ground for linebackers in recent years.
NFL Draft: Undrafted five-stars, other notables
We wrap up our NFL Draft coverage today with a look at former five-stars that went undrated, along with other notables.
Former five-star recruits who might not get drafted
Levonta Taylor was the top-rated cornerback in the 2016 class, but he might not go off the board during the draft.
Five-Star Geography: Breaking down five trends at LB
Can Micah Parsons become a Penn State great? Will Justin Flowe develop into California's best in Rivals history?
Ask Farrell: How weak is the 2021 linebacker class?
Smael Mondon is the top-ranked linebacker in the 2021 class.
Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge: Three storylines for USC
Bryce Young, a four-star QB and Trojans commit, will be making his second appearance.
Self-Scouting: Evaluating recent five-star linebackers
Did Rivals over-perform or under-perform with its rankings at the linebacker position from 2012 to 2015?
Five-Star History: California checks in at No. 3
Only two other states have produced more five-star players, and those states will be revealed Thursday and Friday.
Pac-12 Spotlight: The five biggest position battles
Beau Bisharat is Colorado's most experienced returning running back.
Pac-12: Breaking down the five-stars of the past four recruiting cycles
USC leads the way here, as the Trojans have signed 11 five-stars in the past four cycles.
How five-star LBs from past four recruiting cycles are performing
Alabama star Mack Wilson is one of 20 five-star linebackers from the last four recruiting cycles.
Rivals Rankings Week: New 2020 linebacker rankings
Today we take a look at the new rankings at inside and outside linebacker and some of those biggest storylines.
Ranking with the Stars: Who was ahead of Roquan Smith in 2015?
Most of the five players ahead of Smith will also be early picks in the NFL draft.
Did they bust? Former five-stars in need of breakout 2017 season
Byron Cowart was one of several five-stars facing a make-or-break season in '17. Did they live up to the five-star hype?
Five-Star Checkup: Linebackers from 2014, 2015 classes
We look back at how five-star LB prospects from the 2014 and 2015 classes have progressed in their college careers.
West Region spotlight: Most talented high schools
Here is a look at five of the best in the West and some of the top prospects who have played there.
Ten five-stars in need of breakout seasons
The talent is there. Now will these players be able to showcase it this season?
Three-Point Stance: Best In Class III
Mike Piellucci's Three-Point Stance concludes by breaking down the linebackers.
Rivals.com Top 25 recruiters
Who was behind some of the nation's top classes? Rivals.com names the country's 25 top recruiters, including USC's Tee Martin.
Position recruiting rankings: Defense
USC, which added the likes of Iman Marshall, is one of several programs with reason to be excited about its defensive recruits.
Video Central: Signing Day
Video of the five-star prospects USC landed on signing day as well as Steve Sarkisian's press conference.
Mind of Mike: Thoughts on NSD 2015
Mike Farrell reviews the facts, faxes (especially Byron Cowart's) and flips from a wild final week of the 2015 recruiting cycle.
National Signing Day Awards
Drew Richmond pulled the biggest National Signing Day flip when he signed with Tennessee. Blair Angulo has that and more awards.
NSD: Winners and losers
Who were the winners and losers on NSD? UCLA scored with five-star Soso Jamabo. Rob Cassidy goes through teams in the headlines.
NSD: Top 25 classes breakdown
Five-star Derwin James helped Florida St. to a No. 3 overall ranking. Jason Howell breaks down the Rivals Top 25 classes of '15.
Trojans take the crown
On the heels of a close that included the likes of five-star Iman Marshall, USC takes the top spot in the Rivals.com rankings.
Impact Analysis: John Houston
TrojanSports.com breaks down five-star John Houston's Signing Day commitment to USC.
Mind of Mike: NSD Predictions
Mike Farrell makes his NSD predictions. Could USC sign the likes of Rasheem Green and overtake Alabama for the No. 1 spot?
West region: NSD storylines
Signing Day could be a big one for USC, as 5-star Rasheem Green may sign with the Trojans. Here are five storylines in the West.
National Signing Day Commitment Schedule
Find out when the top players, including five-star John Houston, will announce their commitments on National Signing Day.
Rivals250: Commitment predictions
Iman Marshall is taking his decision to the wire. Our analysts predict where he and every other Rivals250 player will end up.
5-star DE hosts Cane coaches
This 5-star got an in-home visit from coaches Mark D'Onofrio and Jethro Franklin. The chances he winds up a Cane a week from now? What will factor int
Video: USC targets at B2G West Coast Bowl
Highlights of John Houston and Jay Jay Wilson at the B2G West Coast bowl.
Its almost all over
It's almost time for John Houston to make a commitment and USC is in a great position.
B2G: Houston talks top five
Five-star John Houston, who will play in the B2G West Coast Bowl this weekend, has a lot on his mind as signing day nears.
B2G: Team Impact top performers
Quarterback turned tight end Caleb Wilson was one of the Team Impact standouts from Friday's B2G West Coast Bowl practices.
B2G notes: Wariboko serious about Ohio St.
Four-star guard Josh Wariboko likes Ohio State. Five-star John Houston hosted three schools on Thursday. Get the latest here.
Roundtable: Best shot at late magic
Signing Day is approaching and several programs are primed to close strong. Rivals cites teams that could pull some late magic.
Roundtable: Who is lagging behind
Jim Harbaugh has work to do at Michigan. What teams are lagging behind in grabbing top recruits? The Rivals analysts discuss.
Houston takes final official visit to USC
The Trojans had a chance to make the final impression on John Houston this weekend on his official visit.
Goldens whirlwind day in California
Al Golden and Jethro Franklin snuck out west today to visit top defensive targets Rasheem Green and John Houston. So what are those two prospects sayi
Top 5 uncommitted: West
Adam Gorney looks at the West region's top five uncommitted prospects, including talented five-star cornerback Iman Marshall.
All Southern California High School Football Defense 2014/2015
Long Beach Poly defensive tackle Joseph Wicker had a monster season, and leads our Southern California 2014/2015 All Defensive Team.
Rivals: Live from Orlando
Players have arrived for the Under Armour All-America Game, and Rivals.com has updates on elite prospects like John Houston.
Rose Bowl a recruiting boon for Ducks
Earning a berth in the Rose Bowl opposite 13-0, defending champion Florida State is an ideal matchup for the Ducks, and a boon to recruiting.
5-star gets Cane in-home visit
The Canes traveled across the country to visit this 5-star recruit who already has taken his Cane official visit. So what was discussed and where does
Houston goes in-depth on ASU trip
One of the nation's most coveted linebackers, Gardena (Calif.) Serra High star John Houston, made his second visit to Arizona State last weekend.
Where does the top talent come from
Five-star Josh Rosen gives California a boost in the QB ratings. Mike Farrell looks at the top three states at each position.
Take Two: Moving on in Gainesville
If Florida makes the right hire, the Gators could be a wild card down the stretch to Signing Day. Adam Gorney has more in Take Two.
Mind of Mike: Sunshine State storylines
Al Golden has Miami battling in the competitive Sunshine State. Mike Farrell talks the state of Florida, Byron Cowart and more.
5-star LB: Miami was an amazing trip
Gardena (CA) Junipero Serra High School 5-star LB John Houston wrapped up his Hurricane official visit today. His thoughts and where the Canes stand n
Top uncommitted prospects: West
Upcoming visits should help clear up 5-star Iman Marshall's recruitment. Get the latest on the West's top uncommitted prospects.
USC has set itself up for a dream finish
With national signing day less than three months away and only seven remaining scholarship spots, the USC coaches have set themselves up for an auspic
Mind of Mike: Sun Devils heating up
Could Arizona State's win over Notre Dame impact 5-star Christian Kirk? Mike Farrell weighs in on the aftermath and much more.
Gorney: Sun Devils make a push
Arizona State's win over Notre Dame could impact on top recruits such as Trent Irwin. Adam Gorney has that and much more.
Caleb Wilson gaining interest
A recent move to tight end has sparked some new recruiting interest in Caleb Wilson, the son of USC defensive line coach Chris Wilson.
Brandon Burton reacts to USC re-offer
A coaching staff change usually carries a few consequences on the recruiting front, as four-star safety Brandon Burton recently learned.
Around the West: ASUs big weekend
Trent Irwin is one of many prospects who will be at Arizona State this weekend. Find out who joins him and more Around the West
Mind of Mike: Florida future, Cowart update
The nation's No. 1 player, Byron Cowart, looks to have a new leader. Find out who and much more in this week's Mind of Mike.
Green gives Oregon visit a ten
The Oregon Ducks got a chance to impress one of the top defensive line recruits in the nation this weekend and it sounds like that is exactly what the
5-star OLB en route to Oregon
Two of the nation's top prospects and their families board their flight from LAX this morning. Final destination: Eugene, Oregon for an official recru
Houston notices change at USC
Five-star outside linebacker John Houston has noticed some changes at USC and he thinks it's all positive.
R100 DL begins visits this weekend
Serra five-star Rasheem Green is one of the most highly sought defensive prospects in the nation and the Oregon Ducks will host him on his first offic
Mind of Mike: Muschamps status
Mike Farrell thought Will Muschamp had to be fired, but he's changed his mind. Find out why and much more in Mind of Mike.
Ducks host two five-stars this weekend
Oregon has a special opportunity this weekend with two five-star recruits, both from Serra high school, flying to Eugene with their families for an of
West Mail: Houstons Destination
Will Oregon land a Rivals100 prospect such as John Houston? Get that answer and more in this week's West recruiting mailbag.
Weekend recruiting recap
A last-second loss to Arizona State on Saturday didn't necessarily dampen USC's recruiting efforts, as the Trojans still managed to make an impression
Houston ready to prove himself
Five-star LB John Houston says the Under Armour All-American game is another opportunity to prove himself against the best.
Mind of Mike: The Michigan mess
Is it time for the Brady Hoke era to end? Mike Farrell weighs in, touches on the hottest recruiting team in the SEC and more.
Five-star looking at Oregon visit
John Houston has not booked his official visit to Oregon yet but that could happen soon and the five-star linebacker is excited to see what the Ducks
Road report: So. California
Five-star DE Rasheem Green was unstoppable this weekend. Adam Gorney has a report on Green and others from Southern California.
Ducks looking to land Serra stars
In recruiting, Oregon has become that good-looking girl in third-period chemistry that everybody flirts with. The Ducks are on the lips of top recruit
Houston still plans three trips
John Houston is not only one of the best prospects in the 2015 class but he's an unquestioned leader on the Gardena (Calif.) Serra team and he display
Southern California 2014/2015 High School Linebacker Top 10 Watchlist Part Two
One of the top uncommitted players in the country, Serra's John Houston has elite athleticism for a linebacker. Read on to find out more about the fiv
Mind of Mike: Big Ten woes, ND rises
Can Urban Meyer and the Big Ten compete? Mike Farrell weighs in on that, Notre Dame, Byron Cowart, Ole Miss' 5-star and more.
From the Road: SoCal Defense
Ray Smith tops Adam Gorney's top performers from several talent-laden high school games in Southern California over the weekend.
HD Video: Serra 5-stars
Junipero Serra (Gardena, Calif.) took on Lakewood in week one of their high school football season. Go inside for highlights of Serra's 5-star propsec
Houston comments on USC headlines
John Houston questions accusations against Steve Sarkisian and praises Josh Shaw for eventually telling the truth.
Southern California High School Football Top 10 Week One
For the second season in a row, St. John Bosco opens the season as the No. 1 team in Southern California. The Braves are also one of the top teams in
Inside look: Class of 2015 position rankings
UCLA commit Josh Rosen remains the top pro-style QB, but there's major movement elsewhere as we analyze each position group.
Recruiting breakdown: LB
The 2014 class was largely unheralded, but USC is aiming for a star-studded group in 2015.
Houston working on visit schedule
John Houston has not worked out his official visit schedule yet but the five-star outside linebacker is planning trips to Oklahoma, Oregon and Florida
Around the West: Strong finish ahead
Tyler Hilinski is one of three 4-star Washington State commits, and Mike Leach might not be done. Get more from Around the West.
Houston back from Arizona trips
John Houston spent some time in Arizona recently to visit his grandparents and during that trip he also saw both in-state schools.
Top of the Class: First 2016 five-stars revealed
Rising junior Nate Craig is among a talented crop of new five-stars as we reveal the first rankings for the class of 2016.
Houston planning three trips
John Houston was sure of two official visits and now the five-star linebacker has added a third one for this upcoming season.
Marshall to visit ND, FSU
Iman Marshall plans to visit Notre Dame and FSU. Adam Gorney has the latest on the five-star, plus news on Malik Henry and more.
FIVE-STAR: John Houston ISO
BALTIMORE -- Gardena (Calif.) Serra five-star linebacker John Houston adeptly goes through position drills at the Five-Star Challenge.
VIDEO: Houston talks local schools
Five-star linebacker John Houston spoke with Rivals.com this week about the two Los Angeles schools.
Houston has USC in his future
Five-star prospect John Houston is still wide open and considering plenty of schools. But there's no doubt that there's a lot of USC in his future. No
B2G Camp news, notes and evaluations
Take a look at news, notes and evaluations from Sunday's B2G Elite Camp practices.
Five-star planning Big 12 trip
Five-star planning Big 12 trip
B2G Elite Notebook: New visit for Houston
John Houston arrived at the B2G Elite Camp with some news -- he has another visit lined up. Get the latest from SoCal inside.
Pay for play Prospects believe its coming
John Houston was among those at the Five-Star Challenge who believe college athletes should be paid, but not everyone agreed.
Five-Star Challenge: Farrell Awards
Iman Marshall earned one of the Farrell Awards at the Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge. See who else made the cut in Baltimore.
Five-Star Challenge: They said it
CeCe Jefferson and other top prospects gave their thoughts on goals, coaches and more at the Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge.
News, notes and evaluations at Rivals Challenge
Take a look at news, notes and evaluations of all the top UCLA recruits from the Rivals Challenge this past weekend.
Biggie, Biggie, Biggie MVP
BALTIMORE - Saturday's top performers gave way to another onslaught of highlights and competition. Team Highlight was represented well by West Coast t
Five-Star Challenge: Top LB performers
Osa Masina stood out from the LB group Saturday as he logged several interceptions during one-on-ones at the Five-Star.