Elite QB Julian Lewis decommits from USC Trojans

Carrollton (Ga.) four-star quarterback Julian Lewis has decommitted from USC.

Pledged to the Trojans since Aug. 22, 2023 when he was still a member of the 2026 cycle, Lewis is now back on the board late in the game as one of the top prospects in the Class of 2025. Colorado and Indiana have been the two programs still in pursuit of the 6-foot gunslinger.

Lewis is the No. 36 overall prospect and No. 7 QB in the 2025 cycle, according to the On3 Industry Ranking, a weighted average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies. He’s also the No. 5 player in Georgia.

Lewis has visited a slew of different programs since he originally committed to USC well over a year ago, but the flip talks this fall have circulated around Colorado and Indiana. Lewis has taken four trips to Boulder this year and has also continued to keep the Hoosiers warm.

The Trojans are now without their 2025 class lynchpin as Lincoln Riley is back on the hunt for another quarterback.

Julian Lewis Scouting Summary

On3 writes this of Lewis as a prospect:

“Polished, productive signal caller with the skill set of an accurate distributor. Measured at 6-foot, 186 pounds with a 9 ⅜-inch hand at the On3 Elite Series prior to his senior season. Has been a touted prospect for some time, earning offers in middle school. Was initially a member of the 2026 cycle before reclassifying into 2025. A productive and efficient passer while playing in a high classification. Completed 66.4% of his passes for 3,094 yards (11.1 yards per attempt) and 48 touchdowns against two interceptions as a junior. Technically polished and is able to replicate his over the top throwing motion with consistency. Shows the ability to place passes without much variance in location. Quick and decisive decision-maker. Dangerous when working over the middle of the field on RPO’s. Effective at working off of play action. Operates at a high level when in a clean pocket. Plays in an offense that often leans on the quick passing game. The youngest top quarterback prospect in the 2025 cycle, turning 17 years-old a month into his senior season. Not physically imposing at this stage and arm strength registers on the lower end among highly-rated peers at the position after reclassifying.”