USC players see changing NFL draft projections after early season performances

Following the first two games of the season, USC football players continue to draw attention from NFL scouts. Quarterback Jayden Maiava is climbing draft boards, currently viewed as a late first-round prospect with potential to move higher. Defensive tackle Jide Abasiri has boosted his stock to a potential second-round selection due to his disruptive play at the line of scrimmage. Other Trojans, including Elijah Paige and Jontez Williams, remain in the middle-to-late round projections as they look to build on early game contributions. Meanwhile, Waymond Jordan, Alex VanSumeren, Kam Crawford, and Christian Pierce are working to improve their respective draft standings through remaining games. Evaluation of these players continues as coaches and scouts analyze ongoing performance on the field.

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