USC Secures Four-Star WR Kayden Dixon-Wyatt from Ohio State Commitment

Kayden Dixon-Wyatt, a highly sought-after four-star wide receiver, has made headlines by flipping his commitment from Ohio State to USC. This decision was announced on December 3, 2025. The native of Oakland, California, had been committed to the Buckeyes since May 2023.

Impact of Coach Changes

The timing of Dixon-Wyatt’s commitment change is noteworthy. It coincides with the announcement that Brian Hartline, Ohio State’s wide receivers coach, will become the head coach at South Florida. This development may have influenced Dixon-Wyatt’s decision to redirect his path toward USC.

Dixon-Wyatt’s Rankings and Recruitment

Dixon-Wyatt is no ordinary prospect. He is ranked as the No. 21 wide receiver in the nation and the No. 135 overall player in the 2026 recruiting class. USC’s recruitment of him is significant, considering he was the second-highest-ranked wide receiver in Ohio State’s class, following his teammate Chris Henry Jr. from Mater Dei High School.

Joining Teammates at USC

Instead of joining Henry at Ohio State, Dixon-Wyatt will join three of his former Mater Dei teammates at USC:

• Mark Bowman – Five-star tight end
• Tomuhini Topui – Four-star offensive lineman
• Shaun Scott – Four-star defensive end

This collaboration could strengthen USC’s 2026 recruiting class significantly.

Ohio State’s Remaining Commitments

Dixon-Wyatt’s decommitment leaves Ohio State with a total of four wide receiver commitments for the 2026 recruiting class:

• Chris Henry Jr.
• Jerquaden Guilford
• Jaeden Ricketts
• Brock Boyd

As the recruiting landscape continues to shift, the implications of these changes will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike.