Greg Townsend Jr. brings blue-chip length and pass-rush upside to USC's edge
Townsend Jr. was a **4-star, 247Sports 97-rated** defensive lineman prospect who chose USC, and his profile points to a player whose value goes beyond raw tackle totals: he showed disruptive ability with **24 career tackles, 4.5 tackles for loss, and 3.5 sacks** at USC, with the kind of edge presence teams want when they need pressure, not just containment. He also comes with a notable football pedigree as the son of longtime NFL pass rusher Greg Townsend, which adds context on instincts, competitiveness, and understanding of the position.
