USC Offers Rising Star Hunter Taylor, CB, Punahou Buffanblu (Open)
The University of Southern California has extended a scholarship offer to Hunter Taylor, a Class of 2026 cornerback from Punahou School's Buffanblu. Standing 6 feet 1 inch tall and weighing 185 pounds, Taylor boasts impressive speed, clocking a 4.5-second 40-yard dash. He has also recorded 18 tackles and 5 interceptions in his junior season. Taylor has already received offers from UCLA and Oregon, solidifying his status as a top recruit in Hawaii. As a member of the Buffanblu, Taylor has been a key contributor to the team's success, earning All-State honors in 2024. With the 2026 recruiting cycle heating up, Taylor's decision will be closely watched by college programs. He plans to announce his commitment by the end of 2025, with a final decision expected in January 2026, ahead of National Signing Day.