Emmanuel Pregnon, a starting offensive lineman for USC, has entered the transfer portal and is expected to join UCLA. This move comes as a surprise, as Pregnon was expected to remain with USC for another year. Pregnon is a physical force and a strong pass protector, but his run blocking has been a weakness.
One could argue that the offensive line is the most important unit in football and for those who make that argument, they're right. The big boys up front dictate whether the entire offense and oftentimes whether the team will be successful, doing the dirty work so their teammates may succeed. USC underachieved in 2024 due to their usage of an archaic offensive system.
On Friday, USC took a hit in that department as one of its starting offensive lineman, Emmanuel Pregnon, entered the transfer portal, per Matt Zenitz of 247Sports and CBS Sports. UCLA has evolved with the hiring of Tino Sunseri and with Pregnon's entry, a potential core piece in his 2025 offense could be waiting right down the road. Pregnon is a surprise addition to the transfer portal as he was expected to remain with USC for another year. Pregnon played in USC's victorious effort over Texas A&M in the Las Vegas Bowl and despite a change in offensive coordinators, Pregnon did not immediately follow his old offensive coordinator and offensive line coach Josh Henson to Purdue, choosing to play in the bowl game under new offensive line coach Zach Hanson.Pregnon, a 2024 All-Big Ten second-team selection, has been a physical force since his arrival in Los Angeles. Pregnon developed his physical nature at Wyoming, helping the Cowboys qualify for two bowl games.told me that Pregnon is a 'very strong anchor in pass protection with a well-built frame. Probably one of the more physical linemen out there. However, his run-blocking leaves a lot on the table. He’s entering the portal, which is an excellent move for him, as I had him as a day 3 prospect in this class. His ceiling currently is likely that of a Gabe Jackson type of player, so I’d like to see him focus more on moving folks in the run game at his next stop.' 'Big athletic body, well built, muscular. Leans to the left in his stance. Agility is o
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