"USC lost two five stars": CFB world reacts to 5-star DT Justus Terry's Trojans decommitment

Justus Terry, a five-star defensive lineman from Manchester, Georgia, dealt the Trojans a huge blow by decommitting from USC. His decision followed visits to Florida State and Georgia.

Terry is ranked as the No. 2 defensive lineman in the 2025 class and the No. 12 overall prospect, according to 247Sports.

Terry's decommitment comes on the heels of another high-profile loss for USC, as five-star defensive end Isaiah Gibson also withdrew his commitment just a day earlier. Gibson pledged to USC earlier this spring, and his departure, alongside Terry's, proves the intense competition Lincoln Riley and his staff face in securing top talent against other powerhouse programs.

The news has ignited a strong reaction from college football fans.

"Wow. USC lost 2 five stars," a fan wrote.

Meanwhile, Terry's recruitment journey continues as he explores options with other programs like Alabama, Miami and Georgia. His upcoming official visit to Alabama has sparked enthusiasm among Crimson Tide supporters, who hope to secure his commitment.

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The recent decommitments also coincide with former five-star cornerback Domani Jackson's transfer portal entry and subsequent commitment to Alabama, which some fans humorously linked to the ongoing recruitment struggles at USC.

"Domani Jackson is helping with this I’m sure. RTR," a netizen wrote.

As a MaxPreps Junior All-America second-team selection, Terry played a crucial role in Manchester's successful season, tallying 78 tackles, 6.5 tackles for losses, 13 sacks, two pass breakups and two forced fumbles.

What can be the next destination for Justus Terry?

Justus Terry initially committed to the Georgia Bulldogs before decommitting and pledging to USC. Despite his brief stint as a USC commit, the Bulldogs never ceased their efforts to win him back.

The Bulldogs' relentless pursuit has paid off, as multiple experts, including On3 Director of Recruiting Chad Simmons, On3 VP of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong and Georgia insider Jake Reuse, predicted that Terry will recommit to Georgia. The Recruiting Prediction Machine now strongly favors UGA as his next destination.

With Terry’s decommitment from USC, Georgia stands as the clear frontrunner to secure the talented prospect once again. The program's defensive line coach, Tray Scott, has been very influential in Terry's recruitment journey. Scott even mentioned the long-term nature of Terry's recruitment, likening it to a "marathon" and reaffirming UGA's commitment to him throughout the process.

Justus Terry's frequent visits to UGA further prove his strong ties to the program. He has visited the Athens campus seven times, including an official visit on May 31.