Vlad Dyakonov brings rare tackle upside and USC-ready versatility
Vlad Dyakonov, a 2026 USC freshman OT from Folsom, checks the big-box prototype at 6-foot-6 and around 285 pounds, and scouting reports praise his athletic frame, core strength, and ability to play multiple spots along the line[1][2][3]. He finished his high-school cycle as a consensus four-star and climbed into the top-25 range among offensive tackles in multiple rankings, which is exactly the kind of upward momentum coaches love[2][4]. The big selling point: he looks like a developmental tackle with real long-term starting upside, not just a pile-driver in shoulder pads[3][4].
